Sweet Potato Stuffing with Bacon and Thyme
Sweet Potato Stuffing with Bacon and Thyme is a flavorful French French Receipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPosition rack in center of oven; preheat to 350°F.
Spread bread cubes in single layer on large baking sheet; bake until almost firm to touch, about 10 minutes.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Place bread cubes in extra-large bowl.
Cook bacon in heavy large pot over medium heat until crisp.
Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
Pour off and discard all but 3 tablespoons bacon drippings from pot; place pot over medium-high heat.
Add butter, then sweet potatoes, onions, celery, thyme, and 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt to pot.
Sauté until onions are slightly soft but not brown, 6 to 8 minutes.
Add orange juice and bring to boil; cook until sweet potatoes are almost tender and juice is almost absorbed, about 5 minutes.
Add bacon and sweet potato mixture to bowl with bread cubes.
Season with more salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Cool slightly.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover; chill.
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Butter 15 x 10 x 2- inch glass baking dish.
Whisk eggs and 1 1/3 cups chicken broth in medium bowl to blend; add to stuffing and toss to combine.
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
Bake stuffing uncovered until top is lightly browned and crisp around edges, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
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.
