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Homemade Stuffing Recipe (The Only One You'll Ever Need)

This homemade stuffing recipe is the only one you'll need for the holidays. It's a classic, easy, and foolproof guide to making the most flavorful and moist Thanksgiving stuffing from scratch, with a perfectly crispy top.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf sturdy white bread (about 16 cups) cut into 1-inch cubes and dried/stale
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 large yellow onions chopped
  • 4 stalks celery chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2-3 cups chicken or turkey broth low-sodium

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. If your bread is not stale, spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15-20 minutes until dry. Let cool.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and celery and cook until soft, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
  3. In a very large bowl, place the dried bread cubes. Add the sautéed vegetables, chopped parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with 2 cups of broth. Pour over the bread mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly moistened. Add more broth if needed for desired moistness.
  5. Transfer the stuffing to the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes, until the top is golden and crispy and the center is cooked through.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalProtein: 9gFat: 12gFiber: 3g

Notes

For the best texture, ensure your bread is properly dried out before mixing.
Make it ahead by preparing the dry and wet ingredients separately a day in advance, then combine just before baking.
For extra richness, dot the top of the stuffing with a few small pieces of butter before baking.
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