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    Home » Appetizer

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    Posted by Sarah Mirza on Nov 11, 2020 (Modified Aug 18, 2022) · 14 Comments

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    5 from 4 votes

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

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    Sarah - I'm back with the new recipe for this week. It's my Classic Stuffing Recipe. I know there are a lot of thanksgiving stuffing recipes but this is what i call a classic stuffing recipe. When I first started hosting thanksgiving I would get the store-bought one but when I started experimenting with stuffing recipe. I saw the homemade one is a win win because it gives so much flavor as compare to the store bought one.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    WHAT MAKES A REALLY GREAT CLASSIC STUFFING RECIPE?

    For me it's has to be perfect not to soggy and not too crispy. I really want to be slightly soft with some toasty edges on top just the perfect amount not too toasty though. Good stuffing is like extremely essential to any thanksgiving meal, as Siman and Garfunkel sing "Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme..." Thanksgiving is all about the sides.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    WHY ARE THERE EGGS IN STUFFING?

    Eggs works like a binder, they bind everything together to keep everything in place. You can't have stuffing without eggs. In addition, eggs prevent the stuffing to be crumbly.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    HOW DO YOU MAKE THE BREAD STALE FOR STUFFING?

    Drying the bread before making the stuffing is crucial for texture and flavor. If you plan ahead, you can simply leave the bread cubes out on the counter for a few days to become stale. Otherwise, spread them out on baking sheets and dry in a 300-degree oven for 30 to 60 minutes.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    WHICH BREAD TO USE FOR THIS STUFFING RECIPE?

    I personally use garlic roasted baguette for this recipe. The garlic flavor is mind-blowing in this recipe. I swear if you try this you will never go back to buying any other baguette for this recipe. I am 100 % sure of that.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    CAN I USE DRIED HERBS INSTEAD OF FRESH HERBS?

    I only use Italian seasoning for one step of this recipe. However, where the recipe says fresh herbs are needs I strongly urge you to add fresh herbs in your recipe. It's a game changer, I promise.

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    Classic Stuffing Recipe is one of my favorite thanksgiving recipes. I'm extremely proud of it. We have a lot of Thanksgiving recipes on our blog like: Pumpkin Bread , Banana Chocolate Chip Bread , and Green Bean Casserole . If you have any questions about our recipes, techniques, recipe request, or you just want to say hi! Please feel free to message us and As always, if you try any of our recipes be sure to tag us on instagram @twoclovesinapot. Find us on Pinterest too, @twoclovesinapot. Please subscribe to our newsletter. We value honest feedback.


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    5 from 4 votes

    Classic Stuffing Recipe

    This Classic Stuffing Recipe is one of the best. The flavor of roasted garlic along with fresh herbs and butter makes it mindblowing.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time50 minutes mins
    Total Time1 hour hr
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: stuffing
    Calories:
    Author: Sarah Mirza

    Ingredients

    • 1 lbs roasted garlic bread loaf cut into ¼-1/2 inch (if you can't find a roasted garlic bread loaf then sourdough bread loaf would work as well)
    • 2 sticks butter
    • 1 medium onion finely chopped
    • 4 celery sticks chopped
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 tbsp italian seasoning
    • 1 tbsp fresh thyme chopped (discard the stem)
    • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
    • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
    • 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped
    • 2 eggs
    • 2 cup chicken stock
    • salt and pepper as needed

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees, place the bread cubes on a baking tray that's lined with parchment paper and pop them in the oven. Allow them to dry out for about 45 minutes making sure to toss them around half way though.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs and italian seasoning.
    • Add the chicken stock and whisk together.
    • Set aside.
    • In a large skillet heated over medium heat, add the butter and allow it to melt.
    • Now you are going to add garlic and saute it until it's golden to light brown
    • Next add the onions and celery along with italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes or until they cook down a bit.
    • Sauté until vegetables are soft.
    • Turn off the stove.
    • Pour the onion celery mixture into the large bowl with the bread along with the chicken broth and eggs mixture.
    • Add the parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir together. 
    • Grease the baking pan with butter
    • Pour the mixture that you just made into prepared greased baking pan.
    • Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes at 350 degrees
    • Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until top is golden brown and middle is set.
    • Broil for 1-2 minutes (keep watching with the oven light on. Stay close to oven.)
    • Enjoy!
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    1. Melva Edens says

      November 11, 2020 at 12:48 pm

      5 stars
      This stuffing is amazing. This is so different from my traditional Southern Stuffing, but we love this new dish.

      Reply
    2. Vicki R Martinez says

      November 12, 2020 at 3:33 am

      I'm not sure what you mean by a "roasted garlic baguette"

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        November 12, 2020 at 8:22 am

        They sell roasted garlic bread loaf at any local grocery store. let me know if you can't find it.

        Reply
        • Vicki R Martinez says

          November 12, 2020 at 9:36 am

          So, I can get regular garlic baguette and toast it?

          Reply
          • Sarah Mirza says

            November 13, 2020 at 9:22 am

            Pick up sourdough loaf of bread instead

            Reply
            • Vicki R Martinez says

              November 15, 2020 at 8:49 am

              Thank you. This recipe is almost exactly what my Mom passed down to me, with the exception of the garlic baguette. We have always used regular day old toasted bread. I'm eager to try this one!

            • Sarah Mirza says

              November 15, 2020 at 6:12 pm

              I can't wait until you try this recipe. If you find a sourdough bread loaf that would work too. The recipe itself have garlic in it so don't worry if you can't find a roasted garlic bread loaf.

    3. Mpatel says

      November 26, 2020 at 10:09 pm

      5 stars
      This was the best stuffing i have ever had and definitely a crowd pleaser. This is for sure a recipe ill be coming back to every thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        December 08, 2020 at 10:31 am

        Thank you so much

        Reply
    4. KhadijaM says

      November 27, 2020 at 12:51 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you thank you THANK YOU! This was delicious. And you took the time to answer my questions days before Thanksgiving and the day of Thanksgiving! Everyone raved about this stuffing, especially since I have always made the boxed brand kind. Never again!

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        December 08, 2020 at 10:25 am

        awwwww Thank you so much

        Reply
    5. Hufsa says

      December 09, 2020 at 1:17 pm

      I made my first Thanksgiving spread this year, and had never had stuffing before in my life. I didn't even know what it was, but my sister insisted that she really wanted some. Tried your recipe and it was a hit with everyone!! Even people who told me that they usually pass on stuffing at Thanksgiving because it never tastes good were telling me how great this was. Thank you so much for creating this, and saving my dinner!!!

      Reply
    6. Hufsa says

      December 09, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      5 stars
      I made my first Thanksgiving spread this year, and had never had stuffing before in my life. I didn’t even know what it was, but my sister insisted that she really wanted some. Tried your recipe and it was a hit with everyone!! Even people who told me that they usually pass on stuffing at Thanksgiving because it never tastes good were telling me how great this was. Thank you so much for creating this, and saving my dinner!!!

      Reply
      • Sarah Mirza says

        December 09, 2020 at 1:23 pm

        Thank you so much that means a lot <3

        Reply

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