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Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing

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A traditional herbed bread stuffing recipe for your holiday table, offering moist interior with a slightly crisp top.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups chopped yellow onion (about 1 large)
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped celery (about 3 stalks)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If you are stuffing the turkey, do this just before roasting. If baking separately, lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes with the onion and celery mixture.
  6. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, tossing gently to moisten the bread evenly. You want the stuffing to be moist but not soggy.
  7. Transfer the stuffing to the prepared baking dish or stuff loosely into the cavity of your turkey.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes if baking separately, or until heated through and the top is slightly crisp. If stuffing the turkey, bake until the turkey is cooked through and the stuffing reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use homemade bread or a mix of different types of bread.
  • If you prefer a crispier topping, you can bake the stuffing uncovered for the last 10 minutes.
  • This recipe is a great base; feel free to add other ingredients like sautéed mushrooms, pecans, or dried cranberries.
  • Consider using a high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor.

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