How to Make Poultry Stuffing

There are thousands of different varieties of poultry stuffing, and most are dependent upon the family's tastes. This recipe for a basic poultry stuffing can be modified to suit your needs. It is made with raisins, apples and oatmeal bread. However, these ingredients can be substituted for others, or you can add your favorite ingredients to the mixture.

Things You'll Need

• 10 slices oatmeal bread
• 2 eggs
• Small mixing bowl
• 2 apples
• 1 onion
• 1 cup raisins
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• Large mixing bowl
• ¼ cup butter
• 1/3 cup cold water
• Fork

Instructions

1. Allow the oatmeal bread to sit out overnight to dry. Cut it into small cubes the next day. Peel the apples and chop them into cubes. Chop the onion into small pieces.

2. Crack the eggs in a small mixing bowl and beat them thoroughly. Melt butter in a microwave or over the stove.

3. Combine the dried bread, beaten eggs, chopped apples and onion, raisins, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Toss with your hands to combine the ingredients.

4. Drizzle melted butter and cold water over the stuffing mixture. Use a fork to stir and combine. Make sure to all the bread is thoroughly moistened.

5. Use the stuffing to stuff a 12 to 24 pound bird. Or alternatively, bake the stuffing in the oven in a casserole dish for one hour at 350 degrees F. Drizzle it with chicken or turkey broth on top for added flavor.

Tips & Warnings

• If possible, try to use Winesap or Haralson apples, as they give the best flavor. However, any type of apple may be substituted if necessary or desired. Add your favorite spices such as rosemary, cayenne pepper, or parsley, if desired. Or, try adding water chestnuts, green onions, celery, sausage, bacon, or any of your other favorite stuffing ingredients if you find the flavor too bland.