Best 6 Oyster And Cracker Dressing Recipes

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Oyster and cracker dressing is a flavorful and traditional dish that is commonly served during the holiday season. It is a delectable blend of savory oysters, crunchy crackers, aromatic herbs, and a medley of spices, all bound together with a rich and creamy sauce. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish makes it a favorite among many, as it offers a delightful contrast between the softness of the oysters and the crispy texture of the crackers. The addition of herbs and spices infuses the dressing with warmth and depth of flavor, while the creamy sauce adds a touch of richness and moisture. Whether you are cooking for a holiday gathering or simply looking for a delightful side dish, oyster and cracker dressing is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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OYSTER AND CRACKER DRESSING



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sleeves saltine crackers (about 66)
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
2 pints shucked fresh oysters in their liquor, drained and 1/4 cup liquor reserved
1/3 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees with rack in top third. Pulse saltines in a food processor until coarsely ground. Add butter and pulse just to combine. Spread a thin layer of crumbs in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Top with half the oysters.
  • Stir together reserved oyster liquor and cream. Drizzle half the cream mixture over oysters. Sprinkle with half the remaining crumbs and all the thyme. Repeat layering with remaining oysters and cream mixture.
  • Stir parsley into remaining crumbs and sprinkle evenly over top. Bake dressing until bubbling and top is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Serve hot, with lemon wedges for squeezing.

OYSTER STUFFING



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sleeves soda crackers, crushed
4 dozen oysters, shucked, juices reserved
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 sticks (16 tablespoons) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for greasing
3 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter, and set aside.
  • Sprinkle a layer of crushed soda crackers on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange a layer of oysters, along with their juices, on top of the crackers. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and dot with a few pats of butter. Repeat, beginning with another layer of crackers. Top with a final layer of soda crackers and then pour the cream over everything. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and paprika. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

OYSTER DRESSING



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Serve this classic Southern stuffing recipe from Hot and Hot Fish Club chef Chris Hastings with his Heritage Turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
4 cups finely chopped onions
3 cups finely chopped celery
2 cups finely chopped carrots
1 tablespoon freshly chopped thyme
1 tablespoon freshly chopped sage
10 cups 1/2-inch cubes day-old baguette or ciabatta bread
4 cups (about 120) shucked oysters, liquid reserved
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 cups Chris Hastings's Turkey Stock
4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
3 teaspoons coarse salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add onions, celery, and carrots; cook, stirring, for 15 minutes. Add thyme and sage; cook, stirring, for 3 minutes more.
  • Place bread in a large bowl. Add vegetable mixture, parsley, oysters and their liquid, and turkey stock; season with salt and pepper. Mix to combine. Keep at room temperature until ready to use.

DAD'S OYSTER DRESSING



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What holiday dinner would be complete without Dad's dressing packed with wild rice and oysters?

Provided by S Campbell

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups wild rice
½ pound pork sausage
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2 stalks diced celery
1 pint unopened, fresh, live medium oysters
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 pinches paprika

Steps:

  • Open and quarter the oysters. Reserve the liquid.
  • Cook rice in boiling salted water till tender, about 40 minutes. Drain, and place in shallow pan. Place pan in a 275 degree F(135 degree C) oven to dry out for a few minutes.
  • Saute pork in skillet over medium heat. Remove pork from pan using a slotted spoon. Drain off all but a couple of tablespoons grease.
  • Saute onions and celery. Add into this a small amount of oyster liqueur if onions and celery get too dry. Add in oysters with remaining liqueur. Cook 7 - 10 minutes, until oysters curl on edges. Drain this mixture in a colander.
  • Combine oyster mixture, rice, sausage, chopped parsley, and seasonings to taste.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) till heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 26.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 169.4 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

OLD-FASHIONED CRACKER DRESSING



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This old-fashioned dressing is a great side dish for the Thanksgiving or alongside roast chicken. Made with saltine crackers, celery, onions, and herbs, it's simple and satisfying.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
½ cup butter
1 large onion, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
2 ¾ cups chicken broth
1 pound saltine crackers, crushed
½ cup milk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, celery, and 1 teaspoon salt in melted butter until onion begins to turn translucent, about 5 minutes. season with black pepper, sage, thyme, rosemary, and cayenne pepper; cook and stir about 1 minute.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in chicken broth.
  • Combine crushed crackers and onion mixture in a large bowl. Add egg and cream; mix until combined. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Spread cracker mixture evenly in a large baking dish and smooth the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown, 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 28.5 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 704.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

OYSTER DRESSING



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Oyster Dressing has become a Thanksgiving and Christmas tradition in our family. I think this recipe is similar to the one in the Betty Crocker (old cookbook all our moms had) and listed as Scalloped Oysters. From the kitchen of Ty Thornburg, Fairview TN.

Provided by Tona C.

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces canned whole oysters, drain and reserve the liquid
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
salt and pepper
3/4 cup milk (or light cream or Half & Half)
3 cups soda crackers, crumbled
1/2 cup white wine (mix with other liquids)
1/2 cup beer (mix with other liquids)
1 1/2 cups crumbled biscuits (mix with cracker crumbs)
season salt

Steps:

  • In a greased casserole pan, place a layer of crumbled crackers, then a layer of oysters (drained but save the liquid), dot with butter and season with salt, pepper or seasoned salt. Repeat layers as desired or based on pan size. For a 9x9 or 9x13 it varies. Usually 3-5 cans of oysters are needed.
  • Mom used to include some Ritz crackers but it isn't required. Nothing is exact about the recipe, I just build it in layers until it looks right. Quantities depend on the pan.
  • Once you have the layers done, (the top layer should be crushed crackers dotted with butter) pour the oyster liquid and milk/cream back on the creation to moisten. Usually it is a 50/50 mix. I have added some white wine and/or beer (up to ½ cup each). The key is to make sure all the crackers are moist/soggy. You don't want any dry pockets. I usually let it set, covered, in the fridge for a few hours while the other stuff is being prepared. Then you bake at 425 degrees until brown/done (45 min or longer depending on oven).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.2, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 62, Sodium 435.7, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.2, Protein 8.7

Tips:

  • Use fresh oysters. Fresh oysters have a briny, sweet flavor that is perfect for dressing. If you can't find fresh oysters, you can use frozen oysters, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • Chop the oysters finely. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the dressing.
  • Use a variety of crackers. This will add different textures and flavors to the dressing. Some good options include Ritz crackers, oyster crackers, and saltine crackers.
  • Don't overcook the dressing. The dressing should be cooked just long enough to heat the oysters through. Overcooking will make the oysters tough and chewy.
  • Serve the dressing warm. This will help the flavors meld together. You can also chill the dressing and serve it cold.

Conclusion:

Oyster and cracker dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover oysters, and it is also a popular dish to serve at holiday gatherings. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight meal, oyster and cracker dressing is sure to be a hit.

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