Grandmother's Oyster Dressing Recipe

Name: Grandmother's Oyster Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Neck from a 12 pound turkey; Water to cover; Celery leaves; Carrot top; 1 small onion, cut into quarters; 3 cups stale white bread; 3 cups stale unsweetened cornbread; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, diced; 3 stalks celery, diced; 1 tablespoon dried or 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves; 1 1/2 cups oysters, shucked, shells removed

Servings: persons

Neck from a 12 pound turkey
Water to cover
Celery leaves
Carrot top
1 small onion, cut into quarters
3 cups stale white bread
3 cups stale unsweetened cornbread
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 tablespoon dried or 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves
1 1/2 cups oysters, shucked, shells removed

1
In a medium saucepan, over low heat, combine turkey neck, celery leaves, carrot top, onion and water to cover.
2
Simmer for 2 hours as the turkey roasts.
3
In a large bowl combine stale breads, set aside.
4
In a large saute pan melt butter with vegetable oil.
5
Add onions, celery and sage and cook over medium heat until onions begin to brown Add onion mixture and enough of the giblet broth to moisten bread, toss, and set aside.
6
About 1 hour before the turkey is done, using a turkey baster or a large spoon remove all but 1/2 cup of fat from pan.
7
Toss the oysters with the bread stuffing and add it in an even layer to the roasting pan with the turkey, stirring to coat the bread.
8
Return the turkey to the oven and continue roasting for the final hour.
9
Serve as a side dish

244

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Protein

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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: Neck from a 12 pound turkey, Water to cover, Celery leaves, Carrot top, and more.

Yes, Grandmother's Oyster Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandmother's Oyster Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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