Description

Perfect Homemade Stuffing is a savory and aromatic side dish made with toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, herbs, and broth. It’s the ultimate classic stuffing recipe to serve at holiday dinners or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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10 cups cubed day-old bread (French or sourdough)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 large onion, diced
3 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 to 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Add garlic, thyme, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 more minute.
In a large bowl, combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together broth and eggs. Pour over the bread mixture and stir until evenly moistened, adding more broth as needed until the bread is soft but not soggy.
Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

Use a mix of white and whole wheat bread for more texture and flavor.
Can be made a day ahead and baked just before serving.
Add cooked sausage, mushrooms, or apples for variation.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 470mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 70mg