Mom's Stuffing, Lightened Up

Step 1

If your bread is fresh, preheat the oven and bake the bread cubes on 2 baking sheets at 250°F for about 30 minutes, stirring half way until the bread is completely firm.

Step 2

Increase the oven to 350°F.

Step 3

In a large saute pan over medium heat cook bacon for about 2 minutes. Add butter; when melted add onions, celery, parsley, sage, Bell's seasoning, salt and pepper and saute on medium low until soft, about 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool a few minutes.

Step 4

In  a medium bowl, combine chicken broth and egg.

Step 5

In a large bowl add bread and combine with sauteed vegetables. Add chicken broth and egg mixture and combine well. If stuffing is too dry, add a little more broth or water until you have the right consistency.

Step 6

Spray a casserole with cooking spray, add stuffing. (If making ahead cover with foil and refrigerate).

Step 7

If making alongside a turkey, pour some of the pan juices from the cooked turkey over the stuffing. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden.