Yankee Bread Stuffing
Elevate your holiday table with the comforting, traditional flavors of Yankee Bread Stuffing. This classic New England-inspired recipe features toasted cubes of day-old bread—perfectly crisp on the outside yet tender within—tossed with a savory medley of sautéed onions and celery, fresh parsley, sage, and thyme. Infused with aromatic poultry seasoning and moistened with rich broth, this stuffing is baked to golden perfection for the ideal balance of crisp edges and soft, flavorful bites. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an easy-to-follow dish that pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, chicken, or even a hearty vegetarian main. Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy Sunday dinner, this comforting side dish is a timeless crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Perfect for stuffing enthusiasts and anyone craving a hearty, homecooked classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups day-old bread (white or sourdough)
- 1 cup butter
- 2 cups yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning
- 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the bread cubes out on a baking sheet in a single layer and toast them in the oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until dry and slightly golden. Transfer the cubes to a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and sauté for 8-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced parsley, sage, thyme, and poultry seasoning, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to release the aromas of the herbs.
Pour the butter and vegetable mixture over the toasted bread cubes in the mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly to combine.
Gradually pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the bread mixture, stirring gently until the bread is moistened but not soggy. Depending on the dryness of the bread, you may need slightly more or less broth.
Season the stuffing with salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting as needed.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out 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 and slightly crisp.
Serve hot as a side dish to your favorite main course, such as turkey, chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.2 g | 376% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.1 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 20141 mg | 876% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1534.1 g | 558% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 68.4 g | 244% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.3 g | ||
| Protein | 260.2 g | 520% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 3856 mg | 297% | |
| Iron | 88.2 mg | 490% | |
| Potassium | 4308 mg | 92% | |
*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.
