Description
Traditional Bread Stuffing with Celery and Herbs is a timeless dish that fills your kitchen with warmth and nostalgia. This savory stuffing features fluffy bread cubes soaked in rich chicken broth, accented by the crunch of fresh celery, the sweetness of sautéed onions, and fragrant herbs like thyme and sage. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting delight that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 cups stale bread cubes (about 1-inch)
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
- If your bread isn't stale, toast it until golden brown.
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; add celery and onion. Sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in herbs, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
- In a large bowl, combine sautéed mixture with bread cubes. Gradually pour in chicken broth while mixing gently until moistened.
- Transfer to the baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg