Cornbread Stuffing with Oysters Recipe

Name: Cornbread Stuffing with Oysters Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds cornbread; 8 ounces unsalted butter (2 sticks), plus more as needed; 2 cups medium-dice celery (about 6 medium stalks); 1 cup peeled, medium-dice celery root, also known as celeriac (about 1/2 medium celery root); 3/4 cup small-dice red onion; Kosher salt; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1 tablespoon celery seeds, crushed; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 cups stock or low-sodium chicken broth; 12 fresh oysters, shucked and liquid reserved; 3 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds cornbread
8 ounces unsalted butter (2 sticks), plus more as needed
2 cups medium-dice celery (about 6 medium stalks)
1 cup peeled, medium-dice celery root, also known as celeriac (about 1/2 medium celery root)
3/4 cup small-dice red onion
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon celery seeds, crushed
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups stock or low-sodium chicken broth
12 fresh oysters, shucked and liquid reserved
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves

1
Heat the oven to 275 degrees F and arrange a rack in the middle.
2
Using your hands, crumble the cornbread into pieces no larger than 3/4 inch onto a rimmed baking sheet.
3
Spread into an even layer and bake for 15 minutes.
4
Turn off the oven and let the cornbread dry out in the oven overnight.
5
The next day, transfer the cornbread to a large bowl and set it aside.
6
Heat the oven to 350 degrees F with the rack in the middle.
7
Coat a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with butter; set aside.
8
Melt 1 1/2 sticks of the measured butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
9
Add the celery, celery root, and onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
10
Add the thyme and celery seeds and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
11
Season with salt and pepper and transfer to the bowl with the cornbread.
12
Drizzle the stock or broth and the oyster liquid into the bowl and stir until completely incorporated.
13
Fold in the oysters, eggs, and parsley.
14
Transfer the stuffing to the prepared baking dish.
15
Cut the remaining 1/2 stick of butter into small pieces and scatter them over the top of the stuffing.
16
Bake until golden brown on top, about 40 minutes.

966

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* 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.

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: 2 1/2 pounds cornbread, 8 ounces unsalted butter (2 sticks), plus more as needed, 2 cups medium-dice celery (about 6 medium stalks), 1 cup peeled, medium-dice celery root, also known as celeriac (about 1/2 medium celery root), and more.

Yes, Cornbread Stuffing with Oysters Recipe falls under the Seafood 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!