How to Make Not Ya Mama's Oyster Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a unique and flavorful way to take your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner to the next level, then look no further than Not Ya Mama's Oyster Dressing. This Southern-inspired dish combines the rich and briny flavors of oysters with the traditional savory and herbaceous elements of a classic dressing, creating a mouthwatering and unforgettable side dish that will have your guests coming back for seconds (and thirds).

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 quart fresh shucked oysters, drained and liquid reserved
  • 1 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x9-inch square baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley, oregano, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until combined. Gently mix in oysters; cook, stirring often, until the edges of the oysters begin to curl, about 8 minutes. Stir in bread crumbs and reserved oyster liquid until thoroughly combined. Spoon dressing into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    430 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 181mg
    • Sodium: 1494mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 248mg
    • Iron: 17mg
    • Potassium: 479mg