Golden Sage & Onion Dressing: Moist Casserole or Stuffed Bird Recipe

Moist Dressing Casserole or Stuffed Bird Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Potluck
🔍 Keywords: Winter, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Inexpensive

Description:

This recipe offers a delightful alternative to traditional stove-top stuffing, providing a moist and flavorful option that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re roasting a chicken, BBQing, or preparing a turkey, this dressing elevates your meal to a whole new level. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile and can be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of bread
• 1 onion
• 1 stalk of celery
• 1/4 cup celery leaves
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground sage
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon instant bouillon granules
• 6 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Begin by gathering all the necessary ingredients.
   • Slice the onion and celery stalk thinly.
   • Tear the bread into small pieces or cubes, ensuring they’re roughly uniform in size.

2. Saute Bread and Vegetables:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) of butter.
   • Saute the bread pieces in the butter until they’re lightly browned, then remove them from the pan and set aside.
   • If needed, add a bit more butter to the skillet and saute the sliced onion and celery (including the leaves) until they become tender and fragrant.

3. Mix Spices and Prepare Dressing:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the sauteed vegetables with the bread pieces.
   • Add the salt, black pepper, ground sage, fresh sage, poultry seasoning, and instant bouillon granules.
   • Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

4. Combine Eggs and Milk:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until they’re well blended.
   • Pour this mixture over the bread and vegetable mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.

5. Transfer to Casserole Dish:

   • Grease a casserole dish with butter to prevent sticking.
   • Transfer the dressing mixture into the greased dish, spreading it out evenly.

6. Bake the Casserole:

   • Dot the top of the dressing with the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
   • Cover the casserole dish and bake it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
   • After 45 minutes, remove the cover and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

7. Serve or Stuff Your Bird:

   • Once baked, the dressing is ready to be served alongside your favorite poultry dish, such as roast chicken or turkey.
   • Alternatively, if you prefer to stuff your bird with the dressing, simply follow your usual method for preparing and roasting poultry, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe level.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 312.4
• Fat Content: 17.7g
• Saturated Fat Content: 10g
• Cholesterol Content: 112.4mg
• Sodium Content: 857.8mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 29.9g
• Fiber Content: 1.6g
• Sugar Content: 3.1g
• Protein Content: 8.7g

Tips and Serving Suggestions:

• For a festive touch, consider adding dried cranberries, chopped pecans, or diced apples to the dressing mixture before baking.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer preservation.
• Serve this delicious dressing alongside your favorite holiday or weeknight meals for a comforting and satisfying addition to any menu.