Traditional Herb Stuffing or Dressing
Elevate your holiday table with this Traditional Herb Stuffing or Dressing, a timeless side dish that’s bursting with aromatic flavors. This comforting classic combines cubes of day-old bread with a medley of freshly chopped herbs—parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme—for an irresistible, herbaceous bite. Tender onions, celery, and garlic are sautéed in rich, unsalted butter to build a savory base, while a mix of chicken or vegetable broth and beaten eggs binds the dish to moist perfection. Golden and slightly crisp on top after a gentle bake, this stuffing can be served as a standalone side or as a dressing to complement your favorite roast. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and every special occasion in between, this recipe will win you over with its simplicity and heartwarming flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 12 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish and set it aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked vegetables with the cubed bread.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth, chopped parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs.
Pour the broth mixture over the bread cubes and vegetables, tossing gently to combine. Ensure the bread is evenly coated and absorbs the liquid.
Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish. Spread it out evenly and press it down slightly.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
Remove the stuffing from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or dressing with your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.6 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.0 g | 395% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 618 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 19829 mg | 862% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1472.0 g | 535% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 105.6 g | 377% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.1 g | ||
| Protein | 310.4 g | 621% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2265 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 100.9 mg | 561% | |
| Potassium | 5459 mg | 116% | |
*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.
