Description
A classic stuffing recipe made with toasted bread, aromatic vegetables, and savory herbs. The ultimate side dish for Thanksgiving or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
1 loaf day-old bread, cubed
½ cup unsalted butter
1 large onion, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp dried sage
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried rosemary
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
Toast the bread: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread cubed bread on a baking sheet and toast 10–15 minutes until lightly golden.
Cook vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery, cooking 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Mix stuffing: In a large bowl, combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, sage, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and salt. Pour in broth and beaten eggs, mixing gently until evenly moistened.
Bake stuffing: Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown on top.
Notes
Use day-old bread for the best texture (white, sourdough, or French bread work well).
Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth for a vegetarian stuffing.
Stuffing can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated overnight before baking.
Optional mix-ins: cooked sausage, mushrooms, cranberries, or pecans for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
