Description

Get ready to impress this holiday season with a stuffing recipe that’s rich, savory, and packed with fresh herbs. This dish brings golden, toasty bread together with buttery sautéed vegetables, all baked to perfection. It’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that just might outshine the turkey!

Ingredients

Scale

1½ lb (about 12–14 cups) bread cubes (hearty white, sourdough, or Italian; day-old or lightly toasted)
1 cup unsalted butter
3 cups diced sweet onion (about 2 large)
2 cups diced celery (about 4 stalks)
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 Tbsp chopped fresh sage
3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
3 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
2½ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 large eggs, beaten
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and let them sit overnight, or toast in a 350 °F (175 °C) oven for 15 minutes until golden and dry.
Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onions, celery, and garlic. Cook for 8–10 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the fresh herbs and cook for 1 more minute to release their flavors.
In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes with the sautéed vegetables and herbs.
Slowly pour in the broth while stirring, just until the bread is moistened but not soggy.
Stir in the beaten eggs until evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. For extra richness, dot the top with a few small pieces of butter.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.

Notes

Use a mix of breads for more texture and flavor. Add-ins like cooked sausage, diced apples, cranberries, or toasted pecans can add a festive twist. You can assemble the stuffing a day ahead and bake just before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 290
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 460mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: stuffing, Thanksgiving, herbs, bread, holiday, side dish