Breadcrumb Dressing

Name: Breadcrumb Dressing
Ingredients: Giblets and neck of baking hen; 5 1/2 cups water; 1 cup finely chopped celery; 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted; 2 cups cornmeal; 4 cups soft breadcrumbs; 3 eggs, beaten; 1 tablespoon minced onion; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon sage (optional)

11 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

Giblets and neck of baking hen
5 1/2 cups water
1 cup finely chopped celery
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 cups cornmeal
4 cups soft breadcrumbs
3 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon sage (optional)

Directions

1

Combine giblets, neck, and water in a large saucepan. Cook 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 3 1/2 cups broth. Discard giblets and neck.
2

Saute celery in butter until tender. Combine celery, remaining ingredients, and reserved broth in a large mixing bowl; stir until well blended.
3

Spoon mixture into a well-greased 9-inch square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes.