millie's oyster dressing

How To Make millie's oyster dressing

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  Step 1
  Allow bread cubes to dry out overnight, or dry them on a baking sheet at 200* F for 25 minutes, if desired.
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  Step 2
  Drain the oysters, reserving the liquor and discard any shells. Cut large oysters into halves, or chop oysters if desired and store in refrigerator until ready to use.
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  Step 3
  Strain the liquor through a paper towel into a large bowl and add bread cubes. Soak thoroughly.
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  Step 4
  In cast iron dutch oven over medium heat, brown sausage then transfer sausage to a bowl, leaving drippings in the pot.
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  Step 5
  To the sausage drippings add 1 stick butter and reduce heat to lowest setting. Saute onions, celery, parsley, green onions and bell peppers slowly for at least 30 minutes stirring frequently to prevent burning.
• Step 6
  Combine the sauteed vegetables, soaked bread cubes, remaining stick of butter, oysters, thyme, pecans, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
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  Step 7
  Spoon the dressing into a baking dish. Bake at 350 until brown and bubbly. Note: Recipe may be cut in half.
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