Shelly's Recipe

OYSTER DRESSING

Category: Dressing and Stuffing

1 1/2 cups each chopped onions and celery
2 tbsp chopped parsley
1 cup butter
2 tbsp poultry seasoning
1 egg
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tsp salt
3/4 tsp pepper
16 cups day old bread cubes, light toasted in skillet
1 quart shucked oysters, drained (reserve liquid)

In large heavy skillet saute onion, celery and parsley in butter until tender but not brown. Add seasonings. Stir over low heat for 2 minutes. Place bread cubes in large bowl; stir in sauteed vegetables, egg and chicken broth. Chop oysters coarsely. Toss gently with bread mixture. Add some reserved oyster liquid if dressing seems dry. Makes 16 cups, enough for a 14 to 16 pound turkey. Note: Can spread mixture loosely in a 19x9x2 baking dish and bake at 325