Roast Chicken with Bread Stuffing Recipe from the 1935 Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrap Book

Step into the kitchen fellow Disney fans, because today we’re taking a trip down memory lane with another recipe straight out of the 1935 Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrap Book! This time we are diving into the comforting flavors of Roast Chicken with Bread Stuffing.

Now, before we dive into the recipe, let’s take a moment to appreciate the nostalgia and charm of cooking with recipes from days gone by. There’s something truly special about recreating dishes from a bygone era, each bite infused with history and tradition.

A little bit more about the 1935 Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrap Book (from my previous blog posts, allow me to cut and paste!):

Crafted in 1935, this enchanting paperback cookbook captures the essence of a time when Mickey Mouse was not just a beloved cartoon character but also a cultural phenomenon. The 1935 Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrap Book was more than just a compilation of recipes; it was a cherished keepsake for families across America.

Created during the Great Depression, it provided households with budget-friendly and inventive ways to create scrumptious meals using simple ingredients. From hearty stews to delectable desserts, each recipe was a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the era. The cookbook came with recipe cards on boxes of bread and other dry good products, along with being printed in newspapers alongside weekly Mickey Mouse comics. You would cut out the recipe card and paste it into your cookbook. Both the book and the box would have the recipe, but it was a fun way to “collect them all”.

First things first, let’s gather our ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 whole chicken (approximately 4-5 pounds)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Bread Stuffing:

• 4 cups soft bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg slightly beaten
• Dash of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sage
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon scraped onion
• 1/2 cup melted butter

Now, let’s get cookin’!

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Use day-old bread. Combine brea crumbs, sage, thyme, nutmeg, pepper and onion. Add egg and butter and toss together lightly with fork until thoroughly mixed. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld while we prepare the chicken.
3. Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season the chicken inside and out with salt and pepper, then stuff the cavity with the prepared bread stuffing.
4. Truss the chicken by tying the legs together with kitchen twine and tucking the wings underneath the body.
5. Place the stuffed chicken in a roasting pan and brush the skin with melted butter.
6. Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced with a knife. Be sure to baste the chicken with pan juices every 30 minutes to keep it moist and flavorful.
7. Once the chicken is cooked through and golden brown, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before carving.
8. Serve the Roast Chicken with Bread Stuffing alongside your favorite sides and enjoy a taste of nostalgia with every savory bite.

And there you have it – a classic recipe for Roast Chicken with Bread Stuffing straight from the pages of the 1935 Mickey Mouse Recipe Scrap Book. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a Disney enthusiast longing to recreate the flavors of yesteryear, this timeless dish is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart with its comforting charm. So gather your loved ones, fire up the oven, and let’s make some magic in the kitchen!

Bon appétit!
Gingi Freeman