For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth. Feel free to add other vegetables such as mushrooms or carrots. If baking the stuffing, add an extra 1/2 cup of chicken broth before baking to prevent it from drying out. For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
Make-Ahead Stuffing
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS120
Embrace the ease of this classic stuffing, designed for the modern host. Prepare it days in advance, allowing you to savor the holiday without the last-minute frenzy. Infused with aromatic herbs and savory vegetables, this stuffing is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate80 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein15 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium1321 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat17 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepFirst, procure and prepare your ingredients with care. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. (2 minutes)
03
StepAdd the chopped onion and celery to the melted butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. (10 minutes)
04
StepIn a very large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, salt, poultry seasoning, black pepper, thyme, and sage. Toss to evenly distribute the seasonings. (5 minutes)
05
StepPour the cooked onion and celery mixture over the bread cube mixture. Toss gently to combine. (3 minutes)
06
StepGradually add the chicken broth, tossing gently after each addition, until the bread cubes are evenly moistened but not soggy. You may not need all of the broth. (5 minutes)
07
StepAllow the stuffing to cool completely to room temperature. (30 minutes)
08
StepTransfer the cooled stuffing to large, resealable bags or airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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Major Wolf
Apr 21, 2025Great recipe! My family loved it.
William Ebert
Jan 26, 2025Can this be frozen instead of refrigerated?
Laurie Hudson
Jan 5, 2025This is now my go-to stuffing recipe! Thank you for sharing!
Nestor Moore
Jan 2, 2025This recipe saved me so much time on Thanksgiving! It was delicious and easy to prepare ahead.
Walker Kohler
Dec 28, 2024Be careful not to over-moisten the stuffing with broth. Add it gradually until it reaches the desired consistency.
Jon Flatley
Nov 27, 2024I added some chopped apples and cranberries to the stuffing, and it was a huge hit!
Robbie Weimann
Nov 2, 2024Next time I'll try adding some sausage for extra flavor.
Isobel Herman
Aug 30, 2024I love that I can prepare this ahead of time. Makes Thanksgiving so much less stressful.
Oma Leuschke
Aug 12, 2024Followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect!
Dejah Schaefer
May 27, 2024I used a combination of sourdough and brioche bread for the bread crumbs, and it gave the stuffing a wonderful flavor and texture.