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Classic Homemade Thanksgiving Stuffing

A close-up serving of golden brown bread stuffing mixed with sautéed onions and fresh green herbs.
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Make this traditional, savory bread stuffing from scratch. It features fresh herbs, vegetables, and butter for a moist interior and crispy top, perfect for your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dried bread cubes (about 10–12 cups)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 3 to 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the dried bread cubes on a large baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until lightly toasted. Set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery. Cook until softened, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  5. In a very large bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes and the cooked vegetable mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Pour the beaten eggs over the bread mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Gradually add the broth, starting with 3 cups. Toss gently until the bread is just moistened. You want it damp, not soggy. Add more broth if needed.
  8. Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
  9. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Let the stuffing rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute half of the butter with drippings from roasted poultry.
  • If you prefer sausage stuffing, brown 1 pound of breakfast sausage separately and add it to the bread mixture along with the vegetables.
  • This recipe is great for meal planning; you can assemble the entire dish a day ahead and refrigerate it, covered. Bake as directed, adding 10-15 minutes to the covered baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.

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