Ingredients
– 1 loaf of stale bread (about 1 pound), cut into cubes
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 large onion, diced
– 3 celery stalks, diced
– 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– Optional: 1 cup cooked sausage, nuts, or dried fruit
Instructions
Creating Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing is a delightful process. Follow these steps to ensure success:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Bread: Place the bread cubes in a large bowl and let them sit out overnight to dry. If short on time, you can toast the cubes in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add Herbs: Stir in the sage, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to release the flavors.
5. Combine Ingredients: Pour the sautéed mixture over the bread cubes. Add the broth and beaten eggs, mixing everything together gently until well combined.
6. Adjust Consistency: If the mixture seems too dry, add a bit more broth until it reaches your desired texture.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the stuffing into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish.
8. Bake: Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
9. Cool and Serve: Let the stuffing cool for a few minutes before serving to your guests.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible stuffing that captures the essence of Thanksgiving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 6g