Description
Comforting holiday Stuffing brings warmth to family gatherings with classic sage and herb flavors. Crisp bread cubes mingle with savory seasonings, creating a perfect side dish you’ll crave at every festive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 cups bread cubes
- 2 small yellow onions
- 4 ribs celery
- 2/3 cup (156 milliliters) butter
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning or 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
- Fresh herbs (parsley, sage, thyme, or rosemary)
Liquid Ingredient:
- 2 to 4 cups (473 to 946 milliliters) chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F, creating the perfect environment for a golden, aromatic stuffing.
- In a spacious skillet, melt butter and gently sauté onions, celery, and poultry seasoning over medium-low heat. Allow the vegetables to soften and release their fragrant essence for 10-12 minutes.
- Transfer the caramelized vegetables to a large mixing bowl. Add dry bread cubes and sprinkle with fresh herbs, creating a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
- Gradually introduce chicken broth, folding it into the bread mixture. The key is to moisten the cubes without creating a soggy consistency. Add broth incrementally until the stuffing reaches an ideal dampness.
- Enhance the flavor profile by seasoning with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Carefully transfer the herb-infused mixture to a greased baking dish. For an extra layer of richness, dot the surface with additional butter.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and place in the preheated oven. Bake for 35 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and develop.
- Remove the foil for the final 10 minutes of baking, allowing the top to transform into a crispy, golden-brown crust that adds textural contrast to the tender stuffing beneath.
Notes
- Customize bread texture by using day-old or slightly stale bread cubes for better absorption and a more authentic stuffing consistency.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional bread cubes with gluten-free bread or cornbread to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Enhance moisture and richness by substituting chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian-friendly option that maintains deep, savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg