Mid-Atlantic Stuffing Recipe

Name: Mid-Atlantic Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups old fashioned white bread; 4 ounces (1 stick) butter; 2 onions, chopped; 4 ribs, chopped; 1 pound crab meat; 2 tablespoons crab boil seasonings; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce; 1 cup chopped fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley, chives or chervil; 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped

Servings: persons

6 cups old fashioned white bread
4 ounces (1 stick) butter
2 onions, chopped
4 ribs, chopped
1 pound crab meat
2 tablespoons crab boil seasonings
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
1 cup chopped fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley, chives or chervil
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped

1
Toast bread cubes for 10 to 15 minutes in a 325 degree F oven until golden.
2
Transfer to bowl.
3
Saute 1 pound meat, crumbled or cubed in skillet over medium heat until brown, about 5 to 10 minutes.
4
Transfer meat to bread bowl.
5
In same skillet, melt the butter.
6
Add onions, and celery to skillet.
7
Saute until soft, about 10 minutes.
8
Combine softened vegetables, herbs, spices, dried fruits, nuts, and remaining vegetables with bread/meat mixture.
9
Add just enough stock to moisten bread mixture.
10
Pack the neck and cavity loosely with stuffing, folding the neck skin under and fastening with a skewer.
11
Or lightly pack stuffing into large, shallow, stoneware baking dish.
12
For a stuffed bird: Roast turkey at 325 degrees F for 15 minutes per pound, or until turkey temperature reaches 180 degrees and juices run clear when thigh is pierced.
13
For loose stuffing: Drizzle with stock, cover and bake at 325 degree F for 20 to 30 minutes.
14
Uncover and brown an additional 10 minutes.

337

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups old fashioned white bread, 4 ounces (1 stick) butter, 2 onions, chopped, 4 ribs, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mid-Atlantic Stuffing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mid-Atlantic Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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