Ingredients
– 1 loaf of day-old bread (about 10 cups, cubed)
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 3 celery stalks, chopped
– 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 tablespoon dried sage
– 1 tablespoon dried thyme
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– Optional: 1 cup cooked sausage, nuts, or dried cranberries
Instructions
Creating Classic Stuffing is easy when you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Bread: Cut the day-old bread into cubes and place them in a large bowl.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, sautéing until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Add Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in the sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
5. Combine Mixtures: Pour the sautéed vegetables over the bread cubes. Toss to combine.
6. Add Broth: Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, mixing gently until the bread is moist but not soggy.
7. Add Eggs: Stir in the beaten eggs until evenly distributed.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the stuffing mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
9. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
10. Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll create an incredible Classic Stuffing that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g