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Italian Mother-In-Law Dressing

Italian Mother-In-Law Dressing is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 250°F.

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Italian Mother-In-Law Dressing
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Prep Time 30 mins
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Cook Time 60 mins
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Total Time 90 mins
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Servings 4 Servings
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Calories ~480 kcal
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Difficulty Levels Guide
  • Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
  • Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
  • Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
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Ingredients Required

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17 Items
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Step-by-Step Cooking Method

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Total 25 Steps
01

Preheat oven to 250°F.

02

Butter a 13x9x2" baking dish; set aside.

03

Soak raisins in 1 cup broth in a small bowl for 30 minutes.

04

Scatter bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

05

Bake, stirring occasionally, until dried out, about 1 hour.

06

Let cool and transfer to a very large bowl.

07

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add Swiss chard leaves and stir constantly until just wilted.

08

Transfer to bowl with bread.

09

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet; add stems and cook, stirring often, until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes.

10

Add to bowl.

11

Heat 4 tablespoons oil and 1/4 cup butter in same skillet; add onions and garlic.

12

Stir often until just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.

13

Stir in vinegar and sugar; cook until vinegar is almost evaporated, about 5 minutes.

14

Add onion mixture to chard in bowl.

15

Add raisins with broth, olives, and next 5 ingredients; gently fold into bread mixture until thoroughly combined.

16

Drizzle in 1 cup broth and toss gently.

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Let cool completely.

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Preheat oven to 350°F.

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Whisk remaining 1 cup broth and eggs in a small bowl.

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Gently fold into dressing until thoroughly combined.

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Transfer to prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of dressing registers 160°F, about 40 minutes.

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DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead.

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Uncover; let cool.

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Cover; chill.

25

Bake dressing, uncovered, until set and top is browned and crisp, 40-45 minutes longer (if chilled, add 10-15 minutes).

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Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings

  • Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
  • Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.

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