• On Oct, 10, 2024
•  ladyrecipes
•  Recipes

161 Cals 7 Protein 23 Carbs 5 Fats
PREP TIME:
10 mins
COOK TIME:
1 hr 20 mins
TOTAL TIME:
1 hr 30 mins
YIELD:8 SERVINGS
COURSE:Side Dish
CUISINE:American
My Mom makes the BEST stuffing, it’s the one thing I crave every Thanksgiving! This recipe has been remade like Mom’s, only just a bit healthier!
INGREDIENTS
1 12 oz loaf whole wheat french bread, cut into small cubes
3 slices center cut bacon, minced
1 tbsp butter
1 large onion, minced
3 medium stalks celery, minced
10 fresh sage leaves, minced
2/3 cup chopped parsley
salt and fresh pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Bell’s Seasoning, affil link
1 large egg, beaten
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup water
cooking spray
INSTRUCTIONS
If your bread is fresh, preheat the oven and bake the bread cubes on 2 baking sheets at 250°F for about 30 minutes, stirring half way until the bread is completely firm.
Increase the oven to 350°F.
In a large saute pan over medium heat cook bacon for about 2 minutes. Add butter; when melted add onions, celery, parsley, sage, Bell’s seasoning, salt and pepper and saute on medium low until soft, about 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool a few minutes.
In  a medium bowl, combine chicken broth and egg.
In a large bowl add bread and combine with sauteed vegetables. Add chicken broth and egg mixture and combine well. If stuffing is too dry, add a little more broth or water until you have the right consistency.
Spray a casserole with cooking spray, add stuffing. (If making ahead cover with foil and refrigerate).
If making alongside a turkey, pour some of the pan juices from the cooked turkey over the stuffing. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden.
Serving: 3/4 cup, Calories: 161kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 7g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 27mg, Sodium: 455mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 3gBlue Smart Points:4Green Smart Points:4Purple Smart Points:4Points +:4