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Homemade stuffing

Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing

Homemade thanksgiving stuffing is so good, you’ll never want the boxed stuff again!
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Course Side Dish
Servings 12 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf about 1 pound of crusty bread (such as French, sourdough, or Italian), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 –4 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth more or less as needed
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Bread: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Toast in the oven for about 20–25 minutes, until the bread is dry but not browned. This helps the bread absorb the broth without becoming too mushy. Let it cool.
  • Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and celery, and cook until softened, about 10–12 minutes. Add the garlic, rosemary, sage, and thyme, and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Combine Ingredients: Place the toasted bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the vegetable mixture over the bread, along with fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add Broth and Egg: Pour in 2 cups of broth and toss to combine. Add the beaten egg and mix well. Gradually add more broth as needed until the bread is moist but not soggy.
  • Bake the Stuffing: Transfer the stuffing to a buttered baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15–20 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Let the stuffing cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips:

  • For extra flavor, you could add sausage, apples, or dried cranberries.
  • If you like crispy stuffing, bake it in a shallow dish; for moist stuffing, use a deeper dish and add extra broth.
 
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