Classic Bread Stuffing Recipe

Name: Classic Bread Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), plus extra for baking dish; 4 medium ribs celery , chopped fine; 2 medium onions , minced; 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; 3 tablespoons minced fresh sage leaves or 2 teaspoons dried; 3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves or 2 teapoons dried; 1 tablespoon minced fresh marjoram leaves or 1 teaspoon dried; 3 pounds high-quality sandwich bread (white), cut into 1/2-inch cubes and dried (see note); 5 cups chicken stock or low-sodium canned chicken broth; 4 large eggs , beaten lightly; 2 teaspoons table salt; 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Ingredients
½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), plus extra for baking dish
4 medium ribs celery , chopped fine
2 medium onions , minced
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
3 tablespoons minced fresh sage leaves or 2 teaspoons dried
3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves or 2 teapoons dried
1 tablespoon minced fresh marjoram leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
3 pounds high-quality sandwich bread (white), cut into 1/2-inch cubes and dried (see note)
5 cups chicken stock or low-sodium canned chicken broth
4 large eggs , beaten lightly
2 teaspoons table salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper

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1. Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 400 degrees. Heat butter in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the celery and onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes. Stir in parsley, sage, thyme, and marjoram and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute longer. Transfer to a very large mixing bowl.
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2. Add the dried, cooled bread, stock or broth, eggs, salt, and pepper to the vegetables and toss gently to distribute dry and wet ingredients evenly. Turn mixture into buttered 15-x 10-inch baking dish.
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3. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake until golden, about 30 minutes longer. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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To Make Ahead: The stuffing can be assembled in the baking dish, then wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking. To bake, let the stuffing stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap and proceed to bake as directed in step 3.

702

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks), plus extra for baking dish, 4 medium ribs celery , chopped fine, 2 medium onions , minced, and more.

Yes, Classic Bread Stuffing falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Bread Stuffing

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