Creating The Best Homemade Stuffing is straightforward and fun. Follow these steps:

1. Preheat your oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prep the Bread: Cube the day-old bread and spread it out on a baking sheet. Lightly toast it in the oven for about 10 minutes.
3. Melt the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
4. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onions, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft.
5. Combine Herbs and Seasonings: Stir in sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
6. Combine Bread and Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes and the skillet mixture. Toss to incorporate.
7. Add Broth: Gradually add chicken or vegetable broth to the bread mixture, ensuring it is moistened but not soggy.
8. Incorporate Eggs: Fold in the beaten eggs to bind the stuffing together.
9. Add Optional Ingredients: If using nuts or dried fruits, fold them in at this stage.
10. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the stuffing mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it evenly.
11. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the stuffing is golden brown on top.
12. Let Cool: Once baked, let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

These simple steps lead to creating a stuffing that’s deeply flavorful and sure to please everyone.