The Best Stuffing Ever
Discover the ultimate holiday side dish with *The Best Stuffing Ever*! This classic recipe elevates traditional stuffing with the rich flavor of toasted artisan bread like sourdough or French loaf, paired with a savory blend of fresh herbs including sage, thyme, and parsley. Sautéed onions, celery, and garlic add depth, while a touch of chicken or vegetable broth ensures the perfect balance of moistness and structure. Lightly crisp on top and irresistibly fluffy inside, this stuffing is baked to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this homemade stuffing will fill your table—and hearts—with warmth and flavor. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it’s everything a holiday side dish should be: comforting, aromatic, and undeniably delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups artisan bread (sourdough or French loaf), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 celery stalks, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
Spread the bread cubes evenly across two large baking sheets and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden and dry. Stir the bread cubes halfway through to ensure even toasting. Remove from the oven and let cool.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, sage, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to bloom the herbs.
Transfer the toasted bread cubes to a large mixing bowl. Pour the sautéed vegetable and herb mixture over the bread and gently toss to combine.
Gradually drizzle the chicken or vegetable broth over the bread mixture, tossing lightly after each addition to ensure even distribution. The bread should be moist but not soggy.
Whisk the beaten eggs in a small bowl, then pour them over the bread mixture. Gently fold to combine, taking care not to break apart the bread cubes.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
Remove the stuffing from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1289 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 391 mg | 8% | |
*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.
