Best 7 Homemade Three Meat Stuffing Recipes

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Homemade three meat stuffing is a classic Thanksgiving and Christmas dish that can also be enjoyed year-round. It is a flavorful and hearty dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With so many recipes available, it can be difficult to know where to start. This article will help you find the best recipe for your needs, whether you are looking for a classic stuffing or something more unique.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THREE-BREAD STUFFING



Three-Bread Stuffing image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Time P1DT1h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 loaf sourdough bread
1/2 loaf rye bread
4 tablespoons unsalted butter plus more for greasing
1 cup frozen chopped onions
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (14-ounce) bag cornbread stuffing
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup turkey gravy
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cut the breads into 1-inch cubes and spread them out onto baking sheets. Leave out overnight to get stale. (Alternately, bake them in a 300 degree F oven for 30 minutes to dry them out).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter. When it is melted add the onions, celery, and carrots and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and let cool a bit.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9 by 13-inch baking dish.
  • Put the bread cubes into a large bowl with the cornbread stuffing and add the cooled vegetables. In a medium bowl, whisk together the broth, gravy, eggs, and poultry seasoning. Pour over the bread and mix; the mixture should be fairly moist but not wet. If it seems to dry, add some more broth. Fill the baking dish with the stuffing and top with the Parmesan. Bake until the top is browned and the stuffing is cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes.

BASIC STUFFING



Basic Stuffing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Melt 1 stick butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups each diced onions and celery, 2 chopped apples and 1 tablespoon each minced sage and thyme; season with salt and pepper and cook 5 minutes. Add 3 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Whisk 2 eggs with 1/4 cup chopped parsley in a large bowl; add 16 cups cubed stale country white bread, then pour in the vegetable-broth mixture and toss. Transfer to a buttered 3-quart baking dish and dot with more butter. Cover and bake 30 minutes, then uncover and bake until golden, 20 more minutes.

VERY RICH MEAT STUFFING



Very Rich Meat Stuffing image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 2h

Yield about 16 cups

Number Of Ingredients 26

Giblets from 1 turkey
4 cups cold water
6 thick slices bacon
1 cup chicken fat
3 tablespoons sweet butter
1 medium-size onion, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 pound ground beef
1/4 pound ground veal
2 links sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
1 veal kidney (about 2 pounds), chopped
9 chicken livers, chopped
6 cups stale bread crumbs
1 tablespoon salt or to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper or to taste
1 cup minced Italian parsley
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup Cognac or brandy
1 cup chicken broth
12 chestnuts, boiled, peeled and sliced
2 cups pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the giblets in a saucepan with the water, and simmer for 1 hour. Strain, reserve the broth, cool the giblets and chop.
  • Place the bacon, chicken fat and butter in a large skillet, and cook for 3 minutes over low heat. Add the onion, celery and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms, stir well to combine, and cook for 2 minutes. Add the ground beef, ground veal and sausage, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring to break up lumps of meat. Add the kidney, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the giblets and the chicken livers, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring gently.
  • Place the mixture in a large bowl, and add the bread crumbs, salt, pepper, parsley, mint, thyme, allspice and cumin, and stir to combine. Add the Cognac and chicken broth and stir. Add the chestnuts and the pine nuts and stir well. Adjust seasonings. When cool, this stuffing can be baked inside the turkey, or if you prefer, placed in a casserol and baked for 40 minutes at 350 degrees.

MY FAMILY'S MEAT STUFFING FOR A TURKEY



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This is a meat stuffing my family has used all my life and before. This was given to my mother by her mother, and I imagine, her mother. Our whole family used this recipe. My daughter makes this stuffing as well, and now my granddaughters have the recipe so they will eventually use it. It is a very tasty stuffing so we make "tons" of it to freeze or use over the holidays. It's good on toast with gravy as a hot open sandwich. Or with turkey slices and gravy as a leftovers meal. You can make it a day or so ahead, but you must bring it to room temp if you are going to stuff your bird with it. ETA: I have always made the stuffing and put it into the turkey HOT. That way there is no problems with the turkey being overdone to make sure the stuffing is heated through. IN RESPONSE THE THE REVIEW DATED NOV 20 2007 ---- I appreciate your FYI, however, I have been making my turkey just this way for over 40 years, and have yet to lose a family member or friend. I have eaten it this way from "birth" since this recipe and method has been used by my mother and my grandmother before her.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Pork

Time P1m29D

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 lbs ground beef, your choice of cut
1 lb ground pork, I use Jones Sausage Roll*
1 cup large dice celery
1 cup large dice onion
6 -12 ounces pepperidge farm onion and garlic croutons
1 lb butter, you may not need it all
poultry seasoning
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • First, have a very large bowl or pot close to stove top so you can put ingredients in as they are cooked.
  • Second, you need a good sized fry pan, preferabley with deep, straight sides.
  • Third, a good pair of tongs and spoonula.
  • Fourth, are the ingredients. These are estimations, I don't really measure.
  • Fifth, you might want to do the prep ahead so as to be able to cook and stuff all at once. Or not!
  • *you could use just ground pork but the sausage gives a better taste.
  • Heat fry pan and oil lightly with a pat of butter.
  • Fry 1/2 the beef and 1/2 the sausage together. Make sure to break it all up and mix it well until all is cooked. Dump it all into the pot/bowl you have waiting. Juices and all.
  • Do the same to the rest of the beef and sausage. Mix thoroughly.
  • Melt 1/4 cup (4 Tbs) butter in fry pan and saute the celery until almost cooked. Dump it all into the pot/bowl and mix thoroughly.
  • Melt 1/4 cup (4 Tbs) butter in fry pan and saute the onion until wilted, but not brown. Dump all into the pot/bowl and mix thoroughly.
  • Add seasonings at this point. Use the amount that is to your liking. Mix very well.
  • If it seems too dry at this point, melt more butter in the fry pan and add to the mix.
  • Finally, add the 1 box of croutons and mix several times over the next 15-20 minutes.
  • There should be little or no liquid in the bottom of the pot/bowl after this time. The croutons should have absorbed it. If not, add more croutons and repeat.
  • Now you can either put the stuffing in a casserole dish, roaster or other baking pan , and cook separately from the turkey.
  • I stuff my turkey, both neck and cavity immediately, while the stuffing is hot, and put it into the oven to roast. The extra stuffing goes in a separate pan to cook along side the turkey.
  • If you use a spearate casserole to do cook the stuffing, you may want to use some pan drippings to mix into the casserole and give it more flavor.
  • With this we serve mashed potatoes, peas, my special turnip/carrot mash, cranberry sauce, and Polish rye or sisal bread. Of course, the gravy, too!

STUFFING MEATLOAF



Stuffing Meatloaf image

Flavored stuffing mix makes this meatloaf savory!

Provided by SybilK

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

cooking spray
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
¾ cup chicken-flavored bread stuffing mix (such as Kraft® Stove Top®)
1 egg
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease one 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix beef, onion, stuffing mix, and egg by hand in a bowl. Press beef mixture into prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Top meatloaf with shredded mozzarella cheese and let rest while cheese melts, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 83.5 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 429.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

THANKSGIVING TURKEY WITH ITALIAN MEAT STUFFING



Thanksgiving Turkey with Italian Meat Stuffing image

Each Thanksgiving we all looked forward to my Mom's delicious turkey with Italian meat stuffing. When she got older and could no longer cook, I took over the Thanksgiving dinners. She is no longer with us but each year members of my family continue to ask for Grandma's recipe so they can make it for their own family. I would now like to pass it on to you.

Provided by travelrose

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 6h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
½ (1 pound) loaf day-old Italian bread
1 large onion, chopped
2 large stalks celery with leaves, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh mushrooms
4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (15 pound) whole turkey, neck and giblets removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lemons, cut in half
2 cloves garlic, chopped, or to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place the ground beef into a skillet, and cook and stir the meat until browned and crumbly, breaking it up into chunks as it cooks, about 10 minutes. Drain grease. Place the ground beef into a large mixing bowl.
  • Tear the bread into rough chunks, and place into a bowl; soak bread in water until moistened, and squeeze the water out of the bread. Crumble the wet bread into the bowl with the ground beef. Mix in the onion, celery, mushrooms, 4 cloves of garlic, flat-leaf parsley, Parmesan cheese, and egg until thoroughly combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Rinse the turkey, and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly stuff the turkey with the ground beef mixture, and place into a roasting pan with a lid. Rub the turkey with olive oil, squeeze lemons over the turkey, and sprinkle 2 more cloves of garlic, the garlic powder, and more salt and black pepper over the bird.
  • Roast the turkey uncovered in the preheated oven until the skin is browned, about 45 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees C (175 degrees C), and cover the turkey with the lid. Continue roasting until the juices run clear and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh reads 180 degrees F (80 degrees C), about 5 more hours. Baste occasionally. If the bottom of the roasting pan looks dry, pour in water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 225.2 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 75 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 289.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

3-INGREDIENT THANKSGIVING STUFFING



3-Ingredient Thanksgiving Stuffing image

Cranberry-nut bread and sweet Italian sausage pack a surprising amount of flavor into this super-simple stuffing.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     3-Ingredient Recipes     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Cranberry     Celery     Sausage     Side

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for pan
1 1/2 pounds sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
3 large celery stalks, sliced crosswise into 1/4" pieces (about 2 cups); plus whole leaves for serving (optional)
2 (1-pound) loaves cranberry-nut bread, cut into 1" cubes
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Oil a 3-qt. baking dish. Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over high. Cook sausage, breaking up into pieces with the back of a spoon, until just beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add sliced celery and continue to cook, stirring often, until sausage is cooked through, 5-7 minutes. Transfer sausage mixture with drippings to a large bowl. Add bread and toss to combine.
  • Add 2 cups water to hot skillet; heat over medium-high, scraping up brown bits with a spoon; season with salt and pepper. Pour over bread mixture, then toss to combine. Transfer to prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
  • Bake stuffing 40 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until top is lightly browned and crisp, 20-25 minutes more. Top with celery leaves, if desired.
  • Do Ahead
  • Stuffing can be made 4 hours ahead; store at room temperature and rewarm before serving.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats for a more flavorful stuffing. Ground pork, sausage, and ground beef are all popular choices.
  • Add some vegetables to the stuffing for extra flavor and texture. Onions, celery, and carrots are classic choices, but you can also use mushrooms, peppers, or zucchini.
  • Season the stuffing well with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. Sage, thyme, and rosemary are all popular choices.
  • Moisten the stuffing with broth or water to prevent it from drying out. You can also add an egg to help bind the ingredients together.
  • Stuff the turkey loosely to allow for expansion during cooking. If you pack the stuffing in too tightly, it will become dense and dry.
  • Bake the turkey at a moderate temperature (325 degrees Fahrenheit) until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. This will ensure that the stuffing is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Three-meat stuffing is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner, but it can also be served as a side dish for weeknight meals. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a three-meat stuffing that will be the star of your next meal.

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