Sophie's Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

1. 1

   Cut bread into 1-inch cubes, spread on a tray and leave, uncovered, overnight to dry out a little.

2. 2

   Melt butter in a large skillet, add onions, carrots and celery and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.

3. 3

   Don't hurry this step - the browner the vegetables, the more heightened the flavor of the finished dish.

4. 4

   Transfer to a very large bowl and add bread cubes.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, beat egg and chicken broth together until well blended.

6. 6

   Pour over bread mixture, add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste and toss well until vegetables are evenly distributed.

7. 7

   Last, add parsley and toss again.

8. 8

   Just before roasting, stuff mixture into the turkey cavity and neck crop skin.

9. 9

   Fold neck skin over to cover stuffing and lay bird on its back.

10. 10

    Sew or secure cavity by tucking the legs into slits in the skin.

11. 11

    Roast as usual.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.