Giblet Dressing

Step 1: In a deep saucepan add water, giblets, neck bone, bay leaf, chopped onion, cubed celery, cubed carrot and peppercorns, bring to a boil, skim off froth. Reduce heat to a slow boil and cook for about 1 1/2 hours, or until tender and cooked through. Add water if needed. When done remove from heat and let cool.

Step 2: Remove giblets, and neck from pan, strain and save broth. Mince giblets and remove as much meat as possible from neck bones and mince. Set aside.

Step 3: Over medium heat in a 10 to 12 inch skillet melt butter and sauté onion and celery until tender. Remove and let cool slightly.

Step 4: Meanwhile, place bread cubes, minced giblets, onion and celery mix and remaining ingredients into a very large bowl mix to combine, stir in reserved broth until desired consistency.

Step 5: Mix thoroughly. and transfer to a 2 quart baking dish. Cover with foil for moist stuffing and uncovered if you want a crispy top, and bake for about 45 minutes, at 350°F or until cooked through.