Description
This classic bread stuffing recipe creates a rich, buttery side dish seasoned with onion, celery, and herbs. Dried bread cubes absorb the butter and broth, resulting in a soft interior and a lightly crisp top.
Ingredients
- 14 cups dried bread cubes tightly packed
- 1½ cups unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ tablespoons poultry seasoning
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook 10 to 12 minutes until very soft and fragrant.
- Place the dried bread cubes into a very large mixing bowl.
- Pour the hot butter and vegetable mixture over the bread cubes and toss gently.
- Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and poultry seasoning and mix until evenly distributed.
- Whisk the eggs and chicken broth together, then pour evenly over the bread mixture. Stir until fully moistened.
- Transfer the stuffing to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown on top and heated through. If baking inside poultry, the stuffing must reach 165°F before serving.
Notes
- For a softer stuffing, cover loosely with foil for the first 15 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American