Herb and Bacon Corn-Bread Stuffing

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Herb and Bacon Corn-Bread Stuffing
45 min.
16
159kcal

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Delight your palate with this savory Herb and Bacon Corn-Bread Stuffing, a fantastic gluten-free and dairy-free side dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. Perfectly designed for larger gatherings, this recipe serves up to 16 portions, making it an ideal choice for holiday feasts, family reunions, or seasonal celebrations. At only 159 calories per serving, this stuffing allows you to indulge without the guilt.

The star of this dish is the combination of crispy, smoky bacon that harmonizes beautifully with the freshness of mixed herbs such as thyme, sage, and rosemary. Each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes, with the moist, crumbly corn bread absorbing the delicious aromatic flavors while providing a satisfying crunch on top. The blend of sautéed onions and celery adds an inviting aroma, creating an irresistible filling that pairs well with roasted meats and gravies.

Whether you’re preparing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner or just looking to spruce up your weeknight meals, this stuffing is sure to please. Easy to make with common kitchen staples, it can even be prepared a day in advance, allowing you to savor the moments with family and friends instead of stressing over the stove. Discover the joys of homemade stuffing with this delectable recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • pound bacon sliced
  • large rib celery stalks 
  • 0.5 cup herbs: rosemary mixed fresh chopped
  • pound onion ( 2 large)
  • 0.3 cup skimmed fat from turkey drippings melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325° F. and butter a 4-quart baking dish.
  2. Cut corn bread into 1/2-inch cubes and dry in 2 large shallow baking pans in oven 20 minutes.
  3. Remove corn bread from oven and leave oven at 325° F. Coarsely chop separately celery, onions, and bacon.
  4. In a large, deep skillet sauté bacon over moderately high heat, stirring, until browned, about 10 minutes.
  5. Add celery and onions and cook, stirring, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Add herbs and salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  7. In a large bowl toss together corn bread and bacon mixture and transfer to baking dish. Stuffing may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and cooled completely before being chilled, covered.
  8. Drizzle stock or broth over stuffing and bake, covered, 1 hour.
  9. Drizzle reserved fat or butter over stuffing and bake, uncovered, in upper third of oven 30 minutes more, or until top is golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories159kcal
Protein9.95%
Fat82.14%
Carbs7.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.69
Glycemic Load
0.6
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.2304347494374%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.05mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
1.42mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.29mg
Quercetin
5.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:159.11kcal
7.96%
Fat:14.49g
22.3%
Saturated Fat:4.73g
29.54%
Carbohydrates:3.14g
1.05%
Net Carbohydrates:2.59g
0.94%
Sugar:1.22g
1.36%
Cholesterol:21.98mg
7.33%
Sodium:190.16mg
8.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.95g
7.9%
Vitamin K:30.97µg
29.5%
Selenium:5.85µg
8.36%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.2%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
5.99%
Vitamin C:4.6mg
5.58%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.57%
Phosphorus:50.22mg
5.02%
Vitamin A:170.69IU
3.41%
Potassium:108.88mg
3.11%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.36%
Fiber:0.55g
2.2%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.15%
Folate:8.37µg
2.09%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.01%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.92%
Magnesium:7.22mg
1.8%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.78%
Iron:0.29mg
1.63%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.57%
Copper:0.03mg
1.29%
Calcium:10.68mg
1.07%
Source:Epicurious