Ingredients
– 1 loaf stale bread (about 12 cups, cubed)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts or dried cranberries
Instructions
Creating Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing is straightforward if you follow these detailed steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Bread: If using fresh bread, cut it into cubes and let it stale overnight. Alternatively, you can cube and toast it in the oven for about 10-15 minutes until slightly golden.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Combine Herbs: Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the chopped parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper to the sautéed vegetables, stirring to combine.
5. Mix Bread and Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes with the seasoned vegetable mixture, folding gently to prevent breaking the bread.
6. Add Broth and Eggs: Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and beaten eggs. Stir until the bread is evenly moistened but not soggy.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spoon the stuffing mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
8. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
9. Serve: Take the stuffing out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Following these steps will guide you in crafting remarkably delicious Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing that will delight everyone at your celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g