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Flavors of Italy Stuffing

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Submitted by: cilla123

 

Oregano, Italian seasonings and Parmesan cheese infuse this moist stuffing with savory Mediterranean flavors.
 

Ingredients

  • 1 12 oz bag soft potato bread stuffing cubes
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery heart and leaves, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 2 cups hot water
  • 1 pkg vegetable soup mix
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cubed
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan plus 2 tablespoons reserved for topping
  • 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten

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Method

Mix together soup mix, hot water, parsley, oregano and Italian seasoning; set aside. Heat olive oil and butter in a small sauce pan. Saute onion and celery until translucent. Remove from heat and stir in minced garlic, then set aside. Place stuffing cubes in a large mixing bowl. Toss together all ingredients with bread cubes except eggs and reserved cheese. Taste for seasoning and adjust salt/pepper. Once properly seasoned, stir in the eggs and turn into a greased 9 X 13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with reserved Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until eggs are set and top is browned.

 

Notes: Optional: This recipe can be served vegetarian (as above) or if desired, stir in 1/2 lb Italian sausage meat, that has been removed from it's casing and browned.

 

Number of Servings: Eight

 

Submitted by: cilla123 ()

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