Agnes's Hearty Bread Stuffing
This beloved recipe for Agnes's Hearty Bread Stuffing is a cherished family classic, combining the rustic flavors of toasted bread and aromatic seasonings. Created by my mom, Agnes, and passed down through generations, this stuffing is the heart of our holiday meals. Its delicious blend of fresh onions, celery, and a hint of poultry seasoning makes it a delightful accompaniment to any roasted chicken or turkey. Beyond its role as a stuffing, it shines as a flavorful cold dish, perfect for turkey sandwiches the next day. Whether cooked inside the bird or baked separately to a crispy golden brown, this stuffing is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dried or toasted bread, cubed
4 cups (Use good quality bread, preferably a day or two old for best texture.)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Used to season the stuffing.)
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (Ground black pepper for seasoning.)
Poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon (A blend of herbs that complements poultry.)
Egg
1 (Slightly beaten to bind the stuffing.)
Butter
3 tablespoons (Used for sautéing onions.)
Onions, chopped
3 tablespoons (Finely chopped for cooking.)
Celery, chopped
1 1/2 cups (Chopped for added texture and flavor.)
Cooking oil
2 tablespoons (Used for frying the vegetables.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2
In a large bowl, moisten the bread cubes with either milk or hot water until they are just damp but not soggy. Set aside.
3
In a separate small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, and beaten egg. Mix well and pour this seasoning mixture over the moistened bread cubes.
4
In a frying pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are slightly browned.
5
Stir in the chopped celery and continue to cook until the celery is tender, about 3-4 minutes, then remove from heat.
6
Add the sautéed onion and celery mixture to the bowl with the bread cubes. Gently combine until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
7
When ready, lightly stuff the turkey or chicken with the filling, making sure not to pack it tightly. Rub the outside of the bird with cooking oil, and season generously with salt and pepper.
8
Place the stuffed turkey or chicken in the preheated oven. Roast for 2 1/2 hours, turning the oven down to 250°F (120°C) after the first 1 1/2 hours of cooking to ensure even cooking and moisture retention.
9
Check for doneness and ensure the stuffing reaches a safe temperature before serving.
Nutrition Information
7.5
Fat
15
Carbs
2.5
Protein
1
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnes's Hearty Bread Stuffing?
It is a cherished family classic bread stuffing recipe combining rustic flavors of toasted bread and aromatic seasonings.
Who created this recipe?
The recipe was created by Agnes, the mother of the contributor, and has been passed down through generations.
What type of bread is best for this recipe?
Use good quality bread, preferably a day or two old, for the best texture.
How many cups of bread cubes are needed?
The recipe requires 4 cups of dried or toasted bread cubes.
How do you moisten the bread cubes?
Moisten the bread cubes with either milk or hot water until they are just damp but not soggy.
What is the purpose of the egg in the stuffing?
The egg is slightly beaten and used to bind the stuffing ingredients together.
What seasonings are used in Agnes's Hearty Bread Stuffing?
The stuffing is seasoned with salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
How much salt should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of salt.
How much pepper is required?
You should use 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
How much poultry seasoning is needed?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of poultry seasoning.
What vegetables are included in the stuffing?
The stuffing includes 3 tablespoons of chopped onions and 1 1/2 cups of chopped celery.
What fats are used for sautéing the vegetables?
The vegetables are sautéed in 3 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of cooking oil.
How long should you sauté the onions?
Sauté the chopped onions until they are slightly browned.
How long should you cook the celery?
Stir in the chopped celery and cook for 3-4 minutes until it is tender.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
How long does the stuffed bird roast in total?
The turkey or chicken should roast for a total of 2 1/2 hours.
When do you lower the oven temperature?
Turn the oven down after the first 1 1/2 hours of cooking.
What is the lower temperature used for roasting?
After the initial roasting period, lower the oven to 250°F (120°C).
Can this stuffing be used for both turkey and chicken?
Yes, it is a delightful accompaniment to any roasted chicken or turkey.
Should I pack the stuffing tightly into the bird?
No, you should lightly stuff the bird and ensure you do not pack it tightly.
How should the outside of the bird be prepared?
Rub the outside of the bird with cooking oil and season it generously with salt and pepper.
Can this stuffing be eaten cold?
Yes, it shines as a flavorful cold dish, perfect for turkey sandwiches the next day.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 150 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 7.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this stuffing?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this stuffing contain protein?
Yes, each serving provides 2.5 grams of protein.
Is there fiber in Agnes's Hearty Bread Stuffing?
Each serving contains 1 gram of fiber.
Can this recipe be baked separately from the bird?
Yes, it can be baked separately to a crispy golden brown.
How do I know when the stuffing is safe to serve?
Check for doneness and ensure the stuffing reaches a safe internal temperature before serving.
What are common tags for this recipe?
Common tags include stuffing, holiday recipe, Thanksgiving, and family recipe.