Absolutely The Best Stuffing Ever Recipe

Ingredients for Absolutely The Best Stuffing Ever

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/2 lb diced bacon
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• Celery Ribs
• White Bread
• Turkey Gizzard

How to Make Absolutely The Best Stuffing Ever

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine 8 cups of cubed day-old bread.
3. Set aside.
4. In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
5. Add 1/2 lb of diced bacon and sauté until cooked through but not crispy (about 5-7 minutes).
6. Add 1 large chopped onion (about 1 cup) and 2 stalks of chopped celery (about 1 cup) to the skillet. Cook until onions are translucent and bacon begins to crisp (about 5-7 minutes more).
7. Do not drain the bacon grease.
8. Remove skillet from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
9. Pour the bacon, onion, and celery mixture over the bread cubes and gently toss to combine.
10. Once cool enough to handle, use your hands to mix everything thoroughly.
11. Stuff the turkey or chickens loosely, leaving some space for expansion during cooking.
12. Tie the legs of the turkey or chicken securely with kitchen twine.
13. Cook the stuffed turkey or chicken according to package directions. (Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).)