Ware looking how to make stuffing for the Christmas turkey and how to do it safely to ensure there are no tummy upsets over the holiday period. Many cases of food poisoning happen this time of the year because of not knowing the basics of food hygiene . . . and you will of course want to keep your family safe and let them enjoy the festivities without being in bed or having to make frequent trips to the bathroom. So follow these simple tips and stay safe and happy this year.
Ingredients
salt 2 tsp
pepper 1 tsp
baking powder 1/2 tsp
chopped sage 2 tsp
chopped thyme 1/2 tsp
chopped parsley 2 tbs
fresh breadcrumbs 12 cups
eggs 2 pc
butter 100 gm
bacon fat 2 tbs
onion 1 pc
celery stalks 2 pc
Method
1. Combine the herbs with the salt, pepper baking powder
2. Add the breadcrumbs and combine thoroughly
3. Mix in the beaten eggs with clean hands
4. Melt butter with the bacon fat on low heat, add the chopped onion and celery and cook without colour for 3 - 5 minutes.
5. Add to the crumb mixture and soften to your taste with a little stock made from turkey giblet
6. Take a sheet of tinfoil and lightly oil, spread the stuffing out along one edge
7. Roll up into a long cylinder (you may need to make 2 or 3 of these) and twist ends to seal (do not overfill; allow room for the mixture to expand slightly)
8. Bake in the oven with the turkey for 90 minutes.
