Easy Stuffing Recipe
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Easy Stuffing Recipe
Description
Easy Stuffing Recipe uses a mix of bread cubes that absorb flavorful chicken stock, vegetables, and herbs. Butter is melted and used to soften celery and onions without browning, preserving freshness. Fresh thyme and rosemary contribute herbal notes that complement the bread's neutrality. The mixture is moistened just enough to avoid sogginess and then baked until the surface becomes golden and crisp. This textural contrast enhances the overall eating experience.
The recipe is straightforward, requiring a single baking step after the stuffing is assembled. The baked top helps the dish hold together when served alongside meats or as part of a festive occasion. Adjusting the broth quantity allows customization for bread type and moisture preference.
The recipe notes suggest adding sage if desired and offer a make-ahead tip: assemble the dish through mixing, refrigerate, then bake before serving, which can be convenient for holiday preparations.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup celery chopped, stalks
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 9 cups bread soft, cut into cubes
- 1 tablespoon thyme fresh, leaves
- 1 tablespoon rosemary fresh, chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper cracked
- 1 cup chicken stock (more or less depending on your bread)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven medium-high heat.
- Add the celery and onion and until softened but not browned.
- Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
- Add the bread, fresh herbs and mix well.
- Pour over enough broth to make it damp, but not soggy (amount will depend on how thick your bread it, how old, and how dry!)
- Place stuffing in casserole or baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- The top will be browned and crispy.
Notes
- Fresh or dried sage can be added to enhance the herb flavor.
- To prepare ahead, assemble through mixing the ingredients, cover, and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Bake refrigerated stuffing for about 40 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 730mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 460IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 104mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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