Everything Bagel Stuffing

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two jumbo doughnut pans and set aside.
2. 2
   Place the bagel cubes on a baking sheet in an even layer and bake until golden brown and the bread pieces have dried out a bit, about 20 minutes. Give them a toss halfway for even browning. Remove from the oven and let cool.
3. 3
   Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring often, until crispy. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon from the pan.
4. 4
   Drain all but 1 tablespoon of fat and then stir in the onion and celery. Cook until tender about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5. 5
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken stock, eggs, and 1/2 cup cream cheese until well combined. Add in the toasted bagel pieces, the cooked onions and celery, 3 tablespoons scallions and most of the bacon and mix until well combined and bread is well coated.
6. 6
   Divide the mixture evenly between the two pans and sprinkle with bagel seasoning. Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
7. 7
   Serve with a dollop of whipped cream cheese and garnish with remaining scallions and bacon.