Stuffed Capon with Oyster Dressing
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 150 min
Total: 180 min
Serves: 8
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The star of your holiday table, this succulent capon is lovingly filled with a luxurious oyster dressing that brings together the briny richness of oysters, the satisfying crunch of croutons, and the aromatic flavors of sautéed onions and celery. Perfect for festive gatherings, this dish not only delights the palate with its tender meat and savory stuffing, but also fills the home with an enticing aroma that invites family and friends to come together and celebrate. Whether it’s a special occasion or a cozy family dinner, this capon promises to be a memorable centerpiece that everyone will savor.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 Lb Capon
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 1 Cup Onion - Chopped
- 1 Cup Celery - Chopped
- 1 pkg Unseasoned Croutons
- 1/2 Lb Saltine Crackers - Crushed
- 1 Pint Oysters
- 3 - Egg - Slightly Beaten
Directions
Directions
- Wipe outside of capon with damp cloth; wipe inside with dry cloth.
- Combine salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon butter; rub inside and outside of capon with butter mixture.
- Cook giblets and neck in boiling salted water until tender; strain, reserving giblets.
- Saute onions and celery in remaining butter.
- Combine croutons, crackers, sauteed vegetables, oysters, eggs and strained stock.
- Chop giblets; add to stuffing.
- Stuff capon cavity with stuffing; place in large roasting pan.
- Any leftover stuffing may be placed around capon.
- Cover.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Remove cover.
- Bake for 30 minutes longer.
- May add water during baking time if necessary.
Nutrition
Per serving · 8 servingsCalories
550
Fat
30 g
Saturated fat
10 g
Carbohydrates
40 g
Sugar
2 g
Fiber
3 g
Protein
35 g
Sodium
800 mg
Cholesterol
150 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 Lb Capon
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 - Black Pepper - To Taste
- 3 Tbsp Butter
- 1 Cup Onion - Chopped
- 1 Cup Celery - Chopped
- 1 pkg Unseasoned Croutons
- 1/2 Lb Saltine Crackers - Crushed
- 1 Pint Oysters
- 3 - Egg - Slightly Beaten
