Savory Scottish Oat Stuffing
A comforting Savory Scottish Oat Stuffing made with quick-cook oats, butter, onions, celery, fresh herbs, and chicken stock. A rustic, flavorful alternative to traditional bread stuffing with a tender, hearty texture.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups onion diced
- 2 cups celery diced
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 cups quick-cook oats
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 3½ to 5 cups chicken stock as needed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish for a drier stuffing or an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish for a moister stuffing. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, onion, celery, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter has melted and the vegetables are softened, approximately 10 minutes.
- Add the quick-cook oats, sage, thyme, and rosemary to the saucepan. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the herbs and coat the oats in the butter mixture.
- Gradually add the chicken stock, starting with 3½ cups, stirring continuously. Add additional stock as needed until the mixture is moist but not soupy.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the stuffing is heated through and lightly set on top.
- Remove from the oven and allow to rest briefly. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free when prepared with certified gluten-free quick-cook oats and gluten-free chicken stock. Always verify ingredient labels to avoid cross-contamination.