Oyster Dressing Recipe

Name: Oyster Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Cornbread, Cut Into Cubes; 2 loaves Ciabatta Or Other Crusty Italian Bread, Cut Into Cubes; 2 Tablespoons Bacon Fat Or Butter; 3 cans Oysters, Drained, Liquid Reserved; 4 whole Carrots, Diced; 6 stalks Celery, Diced; 2 whole Small Onions, Diced; 8 cups Turkey (or Chicken) Broth; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Sage; 1 teaspoon Chopped Rosemary; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 whole Eggs; 1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Parsley

Servings: persons

3 cups Cornbread, Cut Into Cubes
2 loaves Ciabatta Or Other Crusty Italian Bread, Cut Into Cubes
2 Tablespoons Bacon Fat Or Butter
3 cans Oysters, Drained, Liquid Reserved
4 whole Carrots, Diced
6 stalks Celery, Diced
2 whole Small Onions, Diced
8 cups Turkey (or Chicken) Broth
1/2 teaspoons Ground Sage
1 teaspoon Chopped Rosemary
Salt And Pepper, to taste
2 whole Eggs
1/4 cups Chopped Fresh Parsley

1
Allow all bread cubes to sit uncovered for several hours or overnight until it's dry. Place all the cubed bread in a large mixing bowl.
2
Heat bacon fat or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add carrots, celery, and onions, and stir to combine. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
3
Add oysters and stir around for 1 minutes. Remove from heat and pour over the bread cubes. Sprinkle on the sage, the rosemary, and salt and pepper. Then add the broth while tossing bread cubes with a large spoon. Stir in egg.
4
Stop after adding 5 or 6 cups of liquid to give the mixture a taste. Add more broth to taste, until it gets to the moisture level you like. Adjust seasonings as needed.
5
Hint: if you think it needs a little more of an oyster kick, splash in a small amount of the oyster liquid. (A little goes a long way!)
6
Pour mixture into a large baking dish (or stuff the bird if you prefer.) Bake it in a 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Serve with your Thanksgiving dinner!

1276

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

155

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.

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: 3 cups Cornbread, Cut Into Cubes, 2 loaves Ciabatta Or Other Crusty Italian Bread, Cut Into Cubes, 2 Tablespoons Bacon Fat Or Butter, 3 cans Oysters, Drained, Liquid Reserved, and more.

Yes, 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!

Oyster Dressing

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Variations & substitutions

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