Best Buttery Herb Stuffing Recipe
Yield: Serves 8-12 | Prep Time: 45 mins | Cook Time: 50 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This classic homemade stuffing is packed with fresh herbs, buttery toasted bread, and a perfect balance of flavors. Whether served as a side dish or inside a roasted turkey, this stuffing is a must-have for holiday feasts!
Ingredients
- 18 to 24 ounces of bread cubes (about 12-14 cups), preferably toasted or stale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cups diced sweet onion (about 2 large onions)
- 2 cups diced celery
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 ½ cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 large eggs
- Extra fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Cut bread into cubes and toast in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes or leave it out overnight to stale.
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Cook the Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook for 8-10 minutes until softened.
- Add Herbs & Stock: Stir in sage, parsley, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute. Add 1 cup of stock and mix well.
- Combine with Bread: Pour the mixture over the bread cubes and toss to coat evenly.
- Mix in Eggs & Stock: In a small bowl, whisk together remaining stock and eggs. Pour over the stuffing mixture and mix well.
- Bake: Transfer stuffing to the baking dish and bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until golden and crispy on top.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with extra fresh herbs and serve warm!
Recipe Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare up to a day ahead and reheat at 350°F for 20 minutes before serving.
- To Serve 4: Halve the ingredients and bake in an 8x8-inch dish.
- To Serve 12-18: Double the recipe and bake in a larger 10x15-inch roasting pan.
- Use Different Bread: Try mixing sourdough, Italian, or French bread for added texture.
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