This dense and savory stuffing resembles the filling inside a tamale. This recipe makes enough to stuff the Mole-Roasted Turkey with Masa Stuffing and Chile Gravy, or to serve eight people when baked as a side dish.

　　

Ingredients

Makes 8 servings, or enough to fill a 12- to 14-pound turkey, with extra for baking alongside

　　2 tablespoons vegetable oil

　　4 stalks celery with leaves, finely chopped (about 2 cups)

　　1 onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

　　2 cloves garlic, minced

　　1 jalapeño chile with seeds, minced

　　1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled

　　4 cups masa harina (corn tortilla flour)

　　1 tablespoon kosher salt

　　1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

　　1 teaspoon baking powder

　　1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

　　12 tablepoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

　　2 cups Quick Turkey Stock , plus 1/2 cup more if baking all of stuffing outside of turkey

　　4 large eggs

　　1/2 cup frozen corn kernels, unthawed

　　

Step 1

In medium skillet over moderately high heat, heat oil until hot but not smoking. Add celery, onion, garlic, and jalapeño and sauté until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add oregano and sauté 1 minute more. Transfer vegetables to medium bowl and set aside.

　　

Step 2

In large bowl, whisk together masa, salt, cumin, baking powder, and pepper. In separate large bowl, using electric mixer, beat butter until light and fluffy, about 30 seconds. In 3 additions each, alternately beat in masa mixture and 2 cups stock, beating after each addition until just combined. Add eggs and beat until smooth. Fold in sautéed vegetables and corn.

　　

Step 3

If baking inside turkey: Use immediately to stuff turkey and spread remainder in baking dish as directed in recipe .

　　

Step 4

If baking entire recipe as side dish: Preheat oven to 450°F and butter 3-quart casserole or 9- by 13-inch baking dish. Transfer stuffing to dish and drizzle with 1/2 cup stock. Cover with aluminum foil and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is slightly crisp and golden, about 10 minutes longer. Serve immediately.