Lee'S Stuffing
A savory stuffing featuring oysters, chicken giblets, and green peppers, infused with sage and spices, perfect for holiday tables and hearty family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Pepperidge Farm Stuffing
- 2 c. crushed crackers ⓘ
- 1 c. onion
- 1 c. chopped green pepper ⓘ
- 1/2 c. chopped celery ⓘ
- 1/2 c. chopped carrots ⓘ
- 1 jar (4-1/2 oz.) mushroom ⓘ
- 1 c. chopped chicken giblets (cooked) ⓘ
- 1 c. chopped chicken livers (cooked)
- 2 cloves minced garlic ⓘ
- 3 pints oysters (uncooked)
- 1 tsp. sage ⓘ
- 1 tsp. spiced salt ⓘ
- 1 tsp. garlic salt ⓘ
- 1 tsp. black pepper ⓘ
- 1 tsp. hickory smoke salt ⓘ
- 2 beaten eggs ⓘ
- 1/4 lb. butter ⓘ
Instructions
- Preheat oven as needed and prepare all ingredients.
- Combine crushed crackers, onion, chopped green pepper, chopped celery, chopped carrots, mushroom, chopped chicken giblets, chopped chicken livers, and minced garlic in a large mixing bowl.
- Add sage, spiced salt, garlic salt, black pepper, and hickory smoke salt to the mixture.
- Mix in the beaten eggs and melted butter in hot water until well combined.
- Gently fold in the uncooked oysters just before stuffing the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or stuff into poultry as desired.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 60 minutes or until heated through and golden on top.
Tips & Substitutions
For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade chicken stock instead of water when mixing in the melted butter. You can substitute the oysters with shrimp or crab if desired. If you prefer a vegetarian option, omit the giblets and livers and use vegetable broth. Keep in mind that the texture will vary based on your substitutions.
Serving Suggestions
This stuffing pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or chicken and is a great side dish for holiday meals. Serve alongside cranberry sauce and green bean casserole for a classic American meal. It can also be a delicious base for a Chicken Gumbo Meat Loaf, providing a unique twist to your dinner table.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in an oven-safe dish, cover with foil, and warm at 350°F (175°C) until heated through. For best results, sprinkle a little broth over the stuffing to maintain moisture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Lee'S Stuffing contains roughly 514 calories, with 13g protein, 85g carbohydrates, and 19g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (63% of the Daily Value), iron (47% of the Daily Value), and calcium (29% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin A. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1434mg per serving (62% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this stuffing ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the stuffing mixture a day in advance. Just store it in the refrigerator and bake it the next day. If you're stuffing a turkey, make sure to cook it immediately after mixing to ensure food safety.
What if I don't have Pepperidge Farm stuffing?
You can use any brand of dry bread stuffing mix or even homemade bread crumbs. Just make sure to adjust the liquid quantities depending on the dryness of the bread used to maintain the desired consistency.
Can I freeze this stuffing?
Yes, you can freeze the uncooked stuffing mixture for up to 2 months. To use, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight before baking. If freezing cooked stuffing, store in an airtight container and reheat thoroughly before serving.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).