Mom's Turkey Dressing

Step 1

Set bread out on racks two to three days ahead of time so the bread dries out and becomes stale.

Step 2

Early in the morning remove giblet pack from turkey and place in a pot of water.

Step 3

Salt and pepper heavily and bring to a boil for about one to two hours.

Step 4

If water cooks down too much, keep adding more so you have plenty of broth to work with.

Step 5

Meanwhile, in large bowl place cubed bread.

Step 6

Cook celery and onions in butter in very large skillet until tender.

Step 7

Add to bread mixture.

Step 8

Season mixture with salt, pepper, poultry seasoning and sage.

Step 9

Pour about 3 cups giblet broth over bread mixture.

Step 10

Combine with a wooden spoon.

Step 11

Use to stuff turkey.

Step 12

Place remaining in greased casserole dish and bake at 350° about ½ hour.

Step 13

Serve topped with Turkey Gravy, if desired.