Description
A hearty and comforting stuffing recipe that brings families together around the dinner table, perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 cups dry bread cubes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups diced onion
- 2 cups diced celery
- 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh or dried sage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Bread: Cut or tear bread into 1-inch cubes. To dry, spread on baking sheets and air-dry overnight, or bake at 250°F (120°C) for 20-30 minutes until lightly toasted and dry, then cool completely.
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large skillet. Add diced onion and celery; cook for 10-15 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in poultry seasoning, thyme, sage, salt, and black pepper; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine Mixture: Transfer dried bread cubes to a large bowl. Pour the sautéed aromatic mixture over the bread. Toss gently to coat the bread with flavors.
- Moisten & Bind: Warm the chicken broth. Gradually add warm broth, tossing gently. Let sit for 5 minutes, then toss again. Adjust the broth for desired moistness. Lightly beat the eggs; pour them over the stuffing. Add chopped parsley and gently toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Bake Covered: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spoon the mixture into the dish and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake uncovered for 25-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crisp, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest & Serve: Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
Consider using a mix of white and whole-grain bread for texture. You can also add different herbs based on your family’s preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 282
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: stuffing, traditional, holiday, family recipe, comfort food