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Traditional Homemade Bread Stuffing Recipe

This traditional bread stuffing recipe features perfectly toasted bread cubes mixed with sautéed celery, onions, and a blend of fresh herbs, all moistened with rich broth for the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 day 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 101
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 30 slices white bread lightly toasted
  • 2 cups diced celery
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Spread toasted bread slices on baking sheets and let sit out at room temperature until hard, about 24 hours. Once dried, cut or tear into 1-inch cubes and place in a very large mixing bowl.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced celery and chopped onion. Sauté until vegetables are soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in dried sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  6. Pour the vegetable mixture over the dried bread cubes. Add chopped fresh parsley and toss gently to combine.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and beaten eggs.
  8. Gradually pour the broth mixture over the bread cube mixture, tossing gently after each addition. Continue adding liquid until the bread is moist but not soggy. You may not need all the liquid.
  9. Transfer the stuffing to your prepared baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
  10. Bake covered for 40 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 228mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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