Old-world walnut stuffing

12 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupButter or margarine
4mediumsCelery ribs; chopped
4mediumsOnions; chopped
6slicesRye bread; in 1/2\" cubes
6slicesPumpernickel bread cut into 1/2\" cubes
8ouncesWalnuts; chopped & toasted (see note)
½cupChopped fresh parsley
teaspoonSalt
teaspoonDried thyme leaves
½teaspoonFreshly ground black pepper
2largesEggs

Directions

In 10" skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add celery and onions; cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender. In large bowl combine vegetables with rye and pumpernickel bread cubes, walnuts, parsley, salt, thyme and pepper; toss well to mix. In small bowl, beat together eggs and ½ cup water; toss with stuffing. Place lightly into neck and body cavities, Makes about 14 cups, enough to stuff 12 to 14 pound turkey.

Note:To toast walnuts: In dry small skillet over very low heat, toast walnuts 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown. Cool before adding to stuffing.

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