Can I make stuffing ahead of time?

Yes, assemble the stuffing up to 24 hours in advance. Store covered in the fridge, then bake before serving.

How do I keep stuffing moist, not dry?

Add enough broth to lightly moisten bread cubes and bake covered for the first 20 minutes, then uncover to crisp.

Can I freeze and reheat stuffing?

Absolutely. Cool completely, freeze in airtight containers, then reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through.

What’s the best bread type for this recipe?

Rustic sourdough or country bread works best for structure and flavor.

Rustic Buttered Herb Stuffing – A Comfort Classic Reimagined

Name: Rustic Buttered Herb Stuffing – A Comfort Classic Reimagined
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 loaf rustic sourdough or country bread, cubed & dried; 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter; 2 medium onions, diced; 3 celery stalks, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped; ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped; 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (warmed); 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; Salt & black pepper, to taste

Description

A golden, buttery, herb-packed stuffing that reimagines a holiday classic with rustic sourdough bread and fresh herbs

Ingredients

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1 loaf rustic sourdough or country bread, cubed & dried
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 medium onions, diced
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (warmed)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
Salt & black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Place cubed bread on a sheet pan, bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15–20 min until dry.
In a skillet, melt butter. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook 8 minutes until softened.
Stir in fresh herbs, then combine mixture with bread cubes.
Pour warm broth and eggs over, toss gently until moistened.
Transfer to dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 min. Remove foil, bake another 15 min until golden and crisp.
Serve hot.

Notes

Use gluten-free bread for GF option.
Add cooked sausage or mushrooms for variations.
Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 220
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 5g