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Exploring the rich, comforting flavors of homestyle stuffing brings warmth to any meal, especially during celebratory occasions. This hearty stuffing recipe is packed with a medley of aromatic herbs, fresh vegetables, and the option for added components to enhance texture and taste. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this dish is a bellwether of traditional family gatherings.
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Hearty Homestyle Stuffing

This hearty homestyle stuffing is a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, combining rustic bread with savory vegetables and herbs.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword bread, herbs, stuffing, Thanksgiving, vegetables
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 200kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf rustic bread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 3 stalks celery finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2-3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup cooked sausage crumbled (optional)
  • 1 cup diced apples optional
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast the bread cubes on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until dry and golden.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery, sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in the garlic, sage, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Combine the toasted bread cubes with the sautéed vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour in 2 cups of broth, mixing gently until the bread is moistened. Add more broth if needed.
  • Fold in the beaten eggs until well-distributed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked sausage, diced apples, or chopped nuts.