Herbed Bread, Cracker and Leek Dressing Recipe

Name: Herbed Bread, Cracker and Leek Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 16-ounce loaf firm white bread (do not trim crusts), cut into 3/4-inch pieces; 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter; 3 leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, rinsed, thinly sliced; 2 medium onions, chopped; 3 celery stalks, chopped; 2 cups coarsely crumbled saltine or common crackers; 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 tablespoon dried; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh savory or 1 tablespoon dried; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 tablespoon dried; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth

Servings: persons

1 16-ounce loaf firm white bread (do not trim crusts), cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
3 leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, rinsed, thinly sliced
2 medium onions, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 cups coarsely crumbled saltine or common crackers
1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 tablespoon dried
3 tablespoons chopped fresh savory or 1 tablespoon dried
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 tablespoon dried
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup milk
1/2 cup canned low-salt chicken broth

1
Preheat oven to 300F.
2
Spread bread on 2 large baking sheets.
3
Bake until just dry but not brown, stirring occasionally, about 18 minutes.
4
Transfer to very large bowl.
5
Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
6
Add leeks, onions and celery and saute until tender but not brown, about 15 minutes.
7
Transfer to bowl with bread.
8
Mix in cracker crumbs, herbs, salt and pepper.
9
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
10
Cover and refrigerate.)
11
Butter 2-quart baking dish.
12
Mix milk into dressing.
13
Reserve about 6 cups dressing for turkey.
14
Mix 1/2 cup broth into remaining dressing and transfer to prepared baking dish.
15
Cover with foil.
16
Bake dressing in covered dish alongside turkey for 40 minutes.
17
Uncover and bake until golden brown on top, about 20 minutes longer.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 16-ounce loaf firm white bread (do not trim crusts), cut into 3/4-inch pieces, 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, 3 leeks (white and pale green parts only), halved lengthwise, rinsed, thinly sliced, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Herbed Bread, Cracker and Leek Dressing falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herbed Bread, Cracker and Leek Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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