Description
Classic Stuffing is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. This savory dish combines cubes of stale bread with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a delightful texture that’s both crispy on the outside and soft inside. With its buttery richness and fragrant aroma, Classic Stuffing elevates any meal, making it a must-have at your festive table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread cubes (about 1-inch)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with bread cubes, sage, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add chicken broth until just moistened. Stir in beaten eggs.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg