Stuffing
A classic bread stuffing with sautéed onions, celery, and carrots, seasoned with herbs and baked until golden. Perfect for a holiday side dish or a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 6
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 7g

Ingredients
- 6 cups bread cubes
- 1 medium onion
- 2 stalks celery stalks
- 2 medium carrots
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp dried herbs
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread the 6 cups bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes, until dry and lightly golden.
- 2
In a large skillet, melt the 4 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the 1 diced onion, 2 chopped celery stalks, and 2 diced carrots. Cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the 2 tsp dried herbs and 1 tsp salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes and the vegetable mixture. Pour the 1.5 cups chicken broth over and toss gently to coat.
- 5
Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for 10 more minutes, until the top is golden and crisp.
- 6
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Add black pepper or fresh herbs if you like.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- large skillet
- large bowl
- baking dish
- foil
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