How to Make Thanksgiving Bacon Stuffing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and of course, delicious food. And one dish that is a must-have at any Thanksgiving feast is the classic bacon stuffing. This savory side dish is a perfect blend of crispy bacon, flavorful herbs, and hearty bread, all baked to golden perfection. Whether you're hosting a big family gathering or a small intimate dinner, this Thanksgiving bacon stuffing is sure to be a hit at your table.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons poultry seasoning (such as Bell's®)
  • 2 loaves day-old white bread, torn into small pieces
  • 2 eggs, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until cooked through but still slightly soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, retaining bacon drippings in the skillet.
  • Melt butter in a separate skillet over medium-high heat; sauté onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir cooked bacon and poultry seasoning into onion mixture, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Mix torn bread pieces into bacon-onion mixture in the bowl; fold in eggs. Spoon bread mixture into muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops are crispy, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    357 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 877mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 136mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 210mg