Bacon Pecan Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

Name: Bacon Pecan Cornbread Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 (16 ounce) bags cornbread stuffing mix; 1 ½ cups pecan halves, toasted; 5 tablespoons butter; 2 cups onions, chopped; 2 cups celery & leaves, chopped; 6 ounces Canadian bacon, stacked and cut in 1/2-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups); 2 ½ cups chicken broth; ½ cup water; ¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ½ teaspoon dried sage; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram; ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary

Servings: persons

1.5 (16 ounce) bags cornbread stuffing mix
1 ½ cups pecan halves, toasted
5 tablespoons butter
2 cups onions, chopped
2 cups celery & leaves, chopped
6 ounces Canadian bacon, stacked and cut in 1/2-inch pieces (1 1/2 cups)
2 ½ cups chicken broth
½ cup water
¾ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary

1
Put stuffing mix and pecans in a very large bowl or pot.
2
Melt butter in a large skillet.
3
Add onions, celery and bacon; saute 5 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4
Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
5
Add to stuffing; toss to mix and moisten evenly.
6
Bag and refrigerate until ready to stuff turkey.
7
Stuff neck and body cavities, and bake the remainder of the stuffing separately.
8
Stuffing Tip
9
After stuffing the bird, you'll still have extra stuffing.
10
Spoon it into a greased baking dish, drizzle with 1/2 cup broth, cover and bake 30 minutes.
11
Uncover and bake 15 minutes longer until lightly browned.

1326

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1.5 (16 ounce) bags cornbread stuffing mix, 1 ½ cups pecan halves, toasted, 5 tablespoons butter, 2 cups onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Bacon Pecan Cornbread Stuffing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon Pecan Cornbread Stuffing

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