Canadian Bacon Thanksgiving Dressing

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15

Scrumptious Canadian Bacon Thanksgiving Dressing recipe for your holiday feast

by The Chefin Thanksgiving

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

14g

Canadian Bacon Thanksgiving Dressing is a classic side dish that is often served at Thanksgiving or other holiday feasts. It's a delicious combination of bread, vegetables, and savory ham that is sure to delight your guests. This recipe in particular uses Canadian bacon, a leaner alternative to traditional ham, which makes it a healthier choice overall. It's also a great way to use up leftover bread, making it a budget-friendly and practical addition to any meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the mushrooms until they are softened.
3.	Cut the ham into small pieces and add to the skillet along with the green onions, salt, and pepper.
4.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes, eggs, and the mushroom mixture.
5.	Spread the mixture evenly into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.	Bake the dressing for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown on top.

PROS

This dressing is a savory and flavorful addition to your Thanksgiving feast.

It’s a great use for leftover bread and can be made ahead of time for your convenience.

CONS

The ham used in this recipe can be high in sodium and fat.

It’s important to use Canadian bacon or a lean variety of ham to make this dressing as healthy as possible.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dressing is not necessarily a health food, it does contain vegetables and can be made with whole grain bread for added fiber and nutrients.
Mushrooms in particular are rich in vitamins and minerals, and have been associated with immune-boosting properties.

	1/2 cup butter
	3/4 lb mushroom , chopped
	4 -6 ounces ham ( canadian bacon is better )
	1/2 cup minced green onion
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	3 cups white bread cubes
	2 eggs