Herb-Infused Rustic Bread Stuffing
Elevate your holiday celebrations with this Herb-Infused Rustic Bread Stuffing. Crafted with a delightful blend of crusty country bread, fresh herbs, and aromatic vegetables, this stuffing brings a warm, homey feel to your festive table. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, it’s a must-have for Christmas dinners or family gatherings. Whether served alongside turkey or enjoyed as a standalone dish, this stuffing recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite for years to come.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Country Bread
1 lb (Cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups loosely packed))
Olive Oil
1/4 cup (N/A)
Fresh Thyme
4 teaspoons (Chopped)
Garlic
1 large clove (Minced)
Butter
6 tablespoons (Melted)
Onions
1 1/2 cups (Finely chopped)
Celery
1 1/2 cups (Thinly sliced)
Green Bell Pepper
1 cup (Finely chopped)
Fresh Parsley
1/3 cup (Chopped)
Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1 3/4 cups (Heated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Using a long serrated knife, cut the bottom crust and short ends off the bread. Cut the remainder into 1-inch cubes, yielding about 10 cups loosely packed. Place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.
3
Add the olive oil, chopped thyme, and minced garlic to the bread cubes, tossing to ensure an even coating. Spread the cubes on a large rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4
Bake the bread cubes in the preheated oven until they are golden and slightly crunchy, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once done, return the cubes to the large mixing bowl.
5
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the finely chopped onions, sliced celery, and bell pepper, sautéing until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chopped parsley.
6
Butter an 11x7-inch glass baking dish. Combine the sautéed vegetable mixture with the toasted bread cubes, then gradually add the hot chicken broth, tossing to evenly coat all ingredients. Season the stuffing with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish and cover it with buttered foil, buttered side down.
8
Bake the covered stuffing until heated through, about 25 minutes. Uncover the dish and continue baking until the top is golden and crispy, an additional 25 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herb-Infused Rustic Bread Stuffing?
It is a savory holiday side dish crafted with crusty country bread, fresh herbs, and aromatic vegetables, baked to golden perfection.
What type of bread is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for one pound of country bread, which should be cut into 1-inch cubes.
How should I prepare the bread cubes?
Remove the bottom crust and short ends of the loaf, then cut the remainder into 1-inch cubes, yielding about 10 cups loosely packed.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for both toasting the bread and baking the stuffing.
How do I toast the bread cubes?
Toss the cubes with olive oil, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper, then bake on a rimmed sheet for about 20 minutes until golden.
What vegetables are included in this stuffing?
The vegetable base consists of finely chopped onions, thinly sliced celery, and finely chopped green bell pepper.
How long should I sauté the vegetables?
Sauté the onions, celery, and bell pepper in butter over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes until soft.
What herbs are used in the Herb-Infused Rustic Bread Stuffing?
The recipe uses 4 teaspoons of chopped fresh thyme and 1/3 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
How much butter is required for the recipe?
You will need 6 tablespoons of butter for sautéing the vegetables, plus a little extra for buttering the baking dish and foil.
What size baking dish is recommended?
An 11x7-inch glass baking dish is recommended for this recipe.
How much chicken broth is needed?
The recipe uses 1 3/4 cups of low sodium chicken broth, which should be heated before adding to the mixture.
Should the stuffing be covered while baking?
Yes, cover the dish with buttered foil for the first 25 minutes of baking to heat it through without burning the top.
How long is the total baking time for the assembled dish?
The dish bakes for 25 minutes covered and an additional 25 minutes uncovered, totaling 50 minutes.
Can I make this stuffing for Christmas?
Yes, this recipe is specifically noted as a must-have for Christmas dinners and holiday gatherings.
How do I ensure the top of the stuffing is crispy?
The top becomes crispy during the final 25 minutes of baking when the foil cover is removed.
How much garlic is used in the recipe?
One large clove of minced garlic is tossed with the bread cubes before toasting.
What is the preparation for the fresh parsley?
The fresh parsley should be chopped and stirred into the sautéed vegetable mixture.
How should I season the stuffing?
Season with salt and pepper to taste when combining the toasted bread cubes and the vegetable mixture.
Can I use olive oil instead of butter?
The recipe uses both; 1/4 cup olive oil for toasting the bread and 6 tablespoons of butter for the vegetable base.
Is the chicken broth added all at once?
The hot chicken broth should be added gradually while tossing to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
Does the bread need to be fresh or stale?
The recipe instructs you to toast fresh bread cubes in the oven until crunchy, so you don't need pre-dried bread.
What type of bell pepper is used?
One cup of finely chopped green bell pepper is used in this recipe.
How many cups of celery are in the stuffing?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of thinly sliced celery.
How do I prepare the foil for covering?
Use buttered foil and place it buttered side down over the baking dish to prevent sticking.
How many cups of onions are used?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of finely chopped onions.
Can I serve this with turkey?
Absolutely, it is designed to be served alongside turkey or as a standalone festive dish.
Is it better to use low sodium broth?
The recipe specifies low sodium chicken broth, which helps you better control the salt level of the dish.
What tool is best for cutting the bread?
A long serrated knife is best for cutting crusty country bread into even cubes.
Should the stuffing be served hot?
Yes, it is best served warm immediately after the final baking stage.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
This recipe contains 10 primary ingredients, including bread, oils, vegetables, herbs, and broth.