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Classic Bread Stuffing with Celery and Onion

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This classic bread stuffing with celery and onion is soft inside, golden on top, and filled with buttery herb flavor. The perfect holiday stuffing recipe for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or your New Year side dish. Simple, cozy, and guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound day-old crusty bread (about 10 cups), cut into ¾-inch cubes

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped

  • 3 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional add-ins:

  • 1 pound cooked sausage, crumbled

  • ½ cup chopped apple or dried cranberries

  • ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prep bread: If bread isn’t stale, spread cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 10–15 minutes until dry and lightly golden.

  2. Cook vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery and sauté 8–10 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds.

  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, toss toasted bread cubes with sautéed veggies, herbs, salt, and pepper.

  4. Add liquids: Whisk broth and eggs together, then pour over the bread mixture. Toss gently until evenly moistened (add more broth if too dry).

  5. Bake: Transfer to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until top is golden and crisp.

  6. Serve: Fluff with a fork, sprinkle fresh parsley on top, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Make-ahead: Assemble the unbaked stuffing up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.

  • Vegetarian option: Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth and omit sausage.

  • Texture tip: Bread should be moist but not soggy before baking.

  • Serving idea: Pairs perfectly with turkey, ham, or roasted chicken.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/classic-bread-stuffing-with-celery-and-onion/