Description
A classic Old Fashioned Stuffing Recipe that is perfect for Thanksgiving or as a side dish for any meal. This savory stuffing is made with toasted bread cubes, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful seasonings, creating a comforting and delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread Cubes:
- 1 loaf (about 1 pound) day-old white bread or French bread (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
Vegetable Mixture:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid and Binding:
- 2 1/2 to 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast the bread cubes until crisp.
- Cook Vegetable Mixture: Saute onion, celery, garlic, and seasonings in butter until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix toasted bread cubes with vegetable mixture in a bowl.
- Add Liquid: Whisk broth and eggs together, then pour over bread mixture.
- Bake: Transfer stuffing to a baking dish, cover, and bake. Uncover to crisp the top.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Enhance with cooked sausage, apples, or cranberries for more flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
