Absolutely the Best Stuffing Ever
Get ready to elevate your holiday table with *Absolutely the Best Stuffing Ever*! This classic stuffing recipe transforms day-old bread into a golden, flavor-packed masterpiece studded with aromatic herbs like sage, thyme, and rosemary. Toasted sourdough or rustic bread cubes are gently tossed with a medley of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, then moistened with a rich broth and eggs to achieve the perfect balance of moistness and texture. Baked to perfection with a golden, crispy topping, this stuffing is a crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with turkey, roast chicken, or your favorite vegetarian main. With fresh, wholesome ingredients and simple preparation, it's the ultimate choice for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion. Make room for this standout recipe at your table—and savor every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups day-old bread (rustic or sourdough preferred, cubed)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 stalks celery (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2.5 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread the bread cubes across two baking sheets in a single layer and bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until they are dry and slightly toasted. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Increase your oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Stir in the onion, celery, and garlic. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Add the parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, to combine the flavors.
Place the toasted bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the cooked vegetable and herb mixture over the bread cubes. Toss gently to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the broth and eggs. Slowly pour this mixture over the bread and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to ensure the bread is evenly coated but not overly soggy.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
Allow the stuffing to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy the best stuffing ever with your favorite main dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7111 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.3 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 618 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 15012 mg | 653% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1229.5 g | 447% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.7 g | 199% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.4 g | ||
| Protein | 211.5 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 762 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 53.0 mg | 294% | |
| Potassium | 3972 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
