Herbed Bread and Celery Stuffing

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    4 to 8 servings

  • Calories

    547 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Herbed Bread and Celery Stuffing

This herbed bread and celery stuffing, made with celery, onion, thyme, basil, and parsley, is a sort of basic blank canvas of a stuffing that will satisfy you as-is or make a terrific foundation for your other embellishments. Lovely with chicken as well as turkey.

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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons (1 oz) unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 medium onions chopped
  • 6 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped thyme leaves or 2 teaspoons dried, crumbled
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 talks celery chopped
  • 1/2 cup very thinly sliced basil leaves
  • 1 1/2 cups Chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 10 cups cubed bread
  • 1 cup milk preferably whole
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Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, warm 1 tablespoon of the butter and the oil. When the butter has melted and begins to sizzle, add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until the onions are softened, about 8 minutes.
  2. Season with half the thyme and some salt and pepper. Add the celery and half of the basil and half of the parsley and cook, stirring frequently, until the celery is just beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. The celery should still have somewhat of a crunch.
  3. Meanwhile, place the bread in a large bowl and mix in the remaining thyme, basil, and parsley. Pour the celery mixture from the skillet on the bread and gently toss to combine. 
  4. Place the skillet back over low heat, add the milk and the remaining tablespoon butter, and simmer for 2 to 4 minutes, using a spatula to scrape up any bits and pieces clinging to the bottom of the skillet. 
  5. Pour the hot milk mixture over the bread and toss. The stuffing should seem somewhat moist. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. If you prefer to stuff your turkey, cram the stuffing into the cavity and roast the stuffed hen according to your recipe, ensuring that you check the internal temperature of the stuffing for doneness by inserting a probe thermometer into the center of the stuffing. If possible, baste the stuffing with some of the turkey juices from the bottom of the turkey pan to keep the stuffing moist. If you prefer to not stuff your turkey, pile the stuffing in a lightly buttered baking dish or casserole dish and bake it at 350°F (175°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until hot throughout.
  7. Serve the stuffing warm. Accept accolades.

Notes

  • Make in advance--The stuffing can be prepared up to 1 day in advance. Store in a baking dish or sealed container in the fridge and bake just before serving. Do not stuff your turkey until just before cooking.
  • Dietary--This stuffing is suitable for people with egg allergies or those following an egg-free diet.
  • Storage--Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Drizzle with a little chicken stock or milk before reheating to keep the stuffing moist.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1portion Calories 547kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 85g (28%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 19mg (6%) Sodium 811mg (34%) Fiber 9g (36%) Sugar 16g (32%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4to 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 547 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1portion
Calories 547kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 85g 28%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 811mg 34%
Fiber 9g 36%
Sugar 16g 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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