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Oyster Dressing

A rich Southern-style oyster dressing made with day-old bread, fresh oysters, and aromatic vegetables, perfect for holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 cups day-old bread cubed
  • 1 cup fresh oysters shucked (or canned if fresh is unavailable)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cube the day-old bread into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  4. Add the diced onion and celery and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  5. Fold in the fresh oysters and sauté until heated through, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chopped parsley and dried thyme until evenly distributed.
  7. In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed mixture with the cubed bread and toss gently to coat.
  8. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring until the bread is moistened but not soggy.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the top is golden and crispy.
  12. Let the dressing rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Let the dressing rest for 10 minutes after baking. Pairs well with roasted turkey or chicken.