How to Make Oyster Dressing (Stuffing) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Traditional Thanksgiving dinners often include a stuffing or dressing to accompany the main course, and one beloved variation is oyster dressing. This indulgent recipe combines savory breadcrumbs with the briny flavor of fresh oysters, resulting in a rich and satisfying side dish that elevates any holiday meal. Whether you are a fan of oysters or simply looking to try something new, this oyster dressing is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 8 cups dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 cups oysters, liquid reserved
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 2-quart dish

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add celery and onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in bread crumbs and parsley and remove from the heat. Stir in oysters and eggs; season with salt, poultry seasoning, thyme, and pepper. Stir in enough liquid from the oysters to moisten and mix everything thoroughly.
  • Transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is toasted and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    261 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 667mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 227mg