Description
Homemade turkey stuffing blends sage, thyme, and bread cubes into a classic side dish from North America. Warm spices and herbs create a comforting complement to roasted holiday meats that you will savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (720 ml) low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
- 1 pound (454 g) French bread, cut into cubes
- 5 tbsps (74 ml) butter
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 5 stalks celery, diced
- 6 sage leaves, finely chopped
- 4 thyme sprigs, leaves chopped
- 1 rosemary sprig, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¾ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Bread Preparation: Air-dry rustic bread cubes on a large baking sheet for 24 hours to develop crisp texture and enhance flavor absorption.
- Initial Toasting: Roast bread cubes in a preheated 400°F oven for 10-15 minutes until achieving a light golden-brown color and extra crispness.
- Vegetable Sautéing: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, gently sweating celery and onions until translucent and softened, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Flavor Infusion: Combine toasted bread cubes with finely chopped fresh herbs, seasonings, and beaten egg in a spacious mixing bowl, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Moisture Integration: Slowly incorporate chicken or turkey stock into the bread mixture, delicately folding to ensure uniform moisture distribution without compressing the ingredients.
- Baking Preparation: Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased baking dish, initially covering with aluminum foil to maintain moisture and prevent excessive browning.
- Final Baking: Cook covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and continue baking for an additional 10-20 minutes until the surface develops a golden, crispy crust with enticing textural contrast.
- Serving: Present the stuffing immediately while warm, showcasing its aromatic herbs and perfectly balanced texture.
Notes
- Advance Bread Preparation: Dry bread cubes 24 hours ahead to enhance texture and prevent soggy stuffing, creating a perfect crispy foundation.
- Herb Selection Matters: Use fresh herbs like sage, thyme, or parsley for maximum flavor depth and aromatic richness in the stuffing.
- Moisture Control Technique: Add stock gradually and fold gently to prevent over-saturating bread cubes, maintaining ideal stuffing consistency.
- Temperature Precision: Watch baking time closely during uncovered phase to achieve golden-brown crust without burning the top layer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg