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Classic Make-Ahead Stuffing
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Classic Make-Ahead Stuffing

One of the absolute essentials of any Thanksgiving table.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 275kcal
Author: Laura Lynch

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread cubed
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoons chopped herbs e.g. rosemary, sage, and thyme
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried poultry seasoning
  • 2/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon EACH salt and ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  • You can cube the bread and air dry it for 2-3 days in advance. Or you can heat them in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Or you can buy toasted breadcrumbs that are meant for stuffing. Put the cubed bread in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the onions and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the cranberries, garlic, fresh herbs, and poultry seasoning. Cook 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth. Increase the heat to medium high to bring to a simmer, then remove from the heat.
  • Spoon that mixture over the bread cubes in 2-3 increments. Mix well between each addition, so the bread gets coated evenly.
  • Lightly grease or spray a 9×13 baking dish. Pour the bread cubes into the dish. Set aside to cool completely.
  • Mix the beaten egg with the final ⅓ cup of chicken broth. Pour the egg mixture over the stuffing, stirring well to combine. Cover with foil.
  • You can store the stuffing in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake it.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the stuffing for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue cooking for 20 minutes.
  • Top with chopped fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 1019mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg