Herb and Onion Stuffing Recipe

Name: Herb and Onion Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter; 3 cups chopped onions (about 1 pound); 2 cups chopped celery (4 to 5 stalks); 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram; ½ cups (generous) 1-inch cubes day-old pain rustique or ciabatta bread with crust (about 1 1/4 pounds); 2 large eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt; 1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper; 1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
3 cups chopped onions (about 1 pound)
2 cups chopped celery (4 to 5 stalks)
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
2 tablespoons chopped fresh marjoram
½ cups (generous) 1-inch cubes day-old pain rustique or ciabatta bread with crust (about 1 1/4 pounds)
2 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth

1
Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add onions and celery.
3
Saute until vegetables are tender, about 12 minutes.
4
Add all herbs; saute 1 minute longer.
5
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
6
Transfer to bowl, cover, and chill.
7
Preheat oven to 350F.
8
Divide bread between 2 rimmed baking sheets.
9
Bake until bread is crusty but not hard, reversing sheets after 5 minutes, 10 to 12 minutes total.
10
Transfer to very large bowl and cool.
11
Butter 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
12
Stir vegetable mixture into bread.
13
Whisk eggs, salt, and pepper in small bowl to blend; whisk in 1 cup broth.
14
Add egg mixture to stuffing, tossing to combine evenly and adding more broth by 1/4 cupfuls if dry.
15
Transfer stuffing to prepared dish.
16
Bake stuffing uncovered until cooked through and brown and crusty on top, 50 to 60 minutes.
17
Let stand 10 minutes.

471

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 3 cups chopped onions (about 1 pound), 2 cups chopped celery (4 to 5 stalks), 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley, and more.

Yes, Herb and Onion Stuffing falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herb and Onion Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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