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Homemade Stuffing That Tastes Like Mom’s

Homemade Stuffing
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This homemade stuffing is a classic holiday side dish made with hearty bread cubes, sautéed onions and celery, fresh herbs, and plenty of butter. Baked to golden perfection, it has a soft, buttery interior and a crisp, flavorful top.

Ingredients

  • 12 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 lb 4 oz loaf)
  • 3/4 cup salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter (for topping)
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cups celery, chopped (including leaves)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon marjoram
  • 3 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup chicken broth or stock

Instructions

  1. Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and dry using one of two methods: leave on the counter overnight or bake at 250°F for 30 minutes, tossing every 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 9×9-inch baking dish (or 9×13 if doubling).
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3/4 cup butter. Add chopped onion and celery, and sauté until fully softened (about 30 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, poultry seasoning, marjoram, sage, and parsley.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and chicken broth.
  6. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes with the sautéed herb mixture. Pour in the egg and broth mixture and stir until bread absorbs the liquid.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the buttered baking dish. Cube the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and dot over the top.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes. Broil for 1–2 minutes if a crispier top is desired.

Notes

  • Use hearty white bread like Sara Lee Artesano or Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse for best texture.
  • Fresh herbs provide more vibrant flavor than dried.
  • Recipe can be doubled using a 9×13 or 10×15-inch dish with the same bake time.
  • Stuffing can be made ahead and baked before serving.

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