Description
This Thanksgiving Stuffing is a delightful blend of traditional flavors and modern twists that elevate your holiday feast. Combining perfectly toasted bread, fresh herbs, and savory vegetables, this recipe creates a comforting dish that pairs beautifully with turkey or stands alone as a delicious side. Its rich aroma and delectable taste will have your guests reaching for seconds. Simple to make ahead of time, this stuffing is sure to become a cherished family favorite during the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 10 cups stale sourdough or French bread, cubed
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
- 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 pound cooked sausage (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a large bowl, add the cubed stale bread.
- Sauté onion and celery in butter over medium heat until softened (5-7 minutes), then stir in garlic until fragrant.
- Combine sautéed vegetables with bread cubes; mix in herbs, salt, pepper, and optional ingredients.
- Pour warmed broth over the mixture until moist but not soggy; mix gently to coat the bread.
- Stir in beaten eggs and transfer to the greased baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg