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PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

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I have usually saved bits and pieces of bread, for dressings, but not this year.

I am going to use Stove Top, but what can I add to make that "home made" taste ?

No one here likes mushrooms, so anything else that would work?

Thanks.

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

We add sautéed onions and celery but we use all cornbread
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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

I use Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing Crumbs (14 oz. bag).  I add sautĂ©ed diced celery & diced onion (a generous cup of each) that's been done in a generous amount real butter ( 1/4-1/3 cup).  I use Kettle & Fire chicken broth for the liquid instead of water.  Heat 2.5 - 2.75 cups, depending on how moist you want the stuffing to be.  I always stuff the turkey but you can easily do this while the turkey is resting prior to carving.  Be sure to heat your broth to boiling and after mixing everything together let it sit for a few minutes to allow the stuffing crumbs to absorb the liquid. Give it one more quick stir before serving. 

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

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We add celery, onions and mushrooms!

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

Not sure anything would make it taste homemade. Not a fan.

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

Might as well go from scratch if dressing it up.  I dried out bread for mine.  

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

celery, onion, cranberries

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

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I use this recipe.  I kid you not; it is so good--not too wet, not too dry--a perfect consistency with delicious taste.  And so easy! I take it to two different TG celebrations, and everyone goes on and on about it.  lol  I use one cornbread Stove Top and one turkey Stove Top for the mixes. I also included my pic of the finished recipe.

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

@Flatbush I usually add sautee'd onions and celery to the Stove Top, and use chicken broth instead of water. If I am in the mood, I will also add cooked chicken sausage to the stuffing. Enjoy!

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Re: PACKAGED DRESSING...any extras to add?

Ground pork sausage like Jimmy Dean. Adds moisture and gives stuffing a nice taste. This in addition to onions & celery.