Enjoy the traditional and flavorful classic Yankee bread stuffing with this delicious and easy-to-follow recipe. Made with simple ingredients and packed with savory flavors, this stuffing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving or holiday feast. It pairs perfectly with roast turkey, chicken, or pork. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious homemade stuffing!
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of day-old white bread
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the loaf of bread into small cubes and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Toast the bread cubes in the oven for about 15 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, and sauté until they are softened and translucent.
- Add the dried sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional minute to bring out the flavors.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the sautéed mixture to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the toasted bread cubes to the bowl and gently toss to combine with the onion and celery mixture.
- Slowly pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the bread mixture while stirring gently. The bread should absorb the liquid but not become too soggy.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the top to become crispy and golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the stuffing from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the delicious Yankee bread stuffing alongside your favorite main dish and enjoy!
