Description
A classic, old-fashioned Thanksgiving bread stuffing rich with onion, celery, and fragrant herbs. Crispy on top and tender inside, this comforting casserole is the heart of any holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups day-old bread cubes (white or French bread)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion
- 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 10–15 minutes until lightly crisp. Set aside to cool.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery, cooking 8–10 minutes until soft.
- Stir in sage, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 more minute to release the aromas.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and fresh parsley.
- Gradually pour in broth while tossing until the bread is evenly moist but not soggy. Stir in lightly beaten eggs.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.
- Serve warm as the perfect Thanksgiving or holiday side dish.
Notes
For extra flavor, add cooked sausage or sautéed mushrooms. Use day-old bread for best texture. To make ahead, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: stuffing, Thanksgiving, bread dressing, holiday side, herbs, casserole