Festive Stuffing Oyster Casserole
A moist stuffing with all the classic ingredients and a few surprises! Smokey bacon complements the distinctively rich flavour of Clover Leaf Premium Smoked Oysters. Add the bite of horseradish and this traditional dish will get the attention it deserves!
| Serves/Makes: | 12 to 16 |
| Preparation Time: | 20 Minutes |
| Cook Time: | 35 Minutes |
| Time to Table: | 55 Minutes |
Festive Stuffing Oyster Casserole Ingredients
| 5 slices | bacon, coarsely chopped |
| 1/3 cup (75 mL) | butter or margarine |
| 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) | finely chopped onion |
| 3/4 cup (175 mL) | finely chopped celery |
| 2 cloves | garlic, finely chopped |
| 2 | bay leaves |
| 1 1/4 cups (300 mL) | chicken stock |
| 1 cup (250 mL) | white wine (or extra chicken stock) |
| 2 tbsp (30mL) | prepared horseradish |
| 12 cups (3 L) | cubed stale bread |
| 2 cans (85 g each) | CLOVER LEAF SMOKED OYSTERS |
| 2 tbsp (30mL) | finely chopped sage |
| 2 tbsp (30 mL) | finely chopped thyme |
| 1/4 cup (50mL) | finely chopped parsley |
| 1/2 tsp (2 mL) | ground black pepper |
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) .
- Crisp bacon in a frying pan, drain fat off. Set bacon aside.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan and sauté onion, celery, garlic and bay leaves for about 5 minutes. Add chicken stock, white wine and horseradish. Cook for another 3 minutes.
- Pour the mixture over the cubed bread. Add reserved bacon and Clover Leaf Smoked Oysters; toss lightly. Stir in the remaining ingredients and place in a 12-cup (3L) casserole dish. Bake for 35 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
- Makes 12-16 servings.
Tips:
- Alternatively, place the stuffing inside the cavity of a 15 lb. turkey, and roast.
- Stuffing is not just for turkeys - it can be a wonderful side dish to complete any special meal - from fish to baked chicken.
Nutrients Per serving for 14 serves
|
CLAIMS PER SERVING- Source of Vitamin C - Source of Calcium - Good Source of Iron |
