Golden Crusted Savory Turkey & Herb Stuffing
This comforting stuffing features golden-crusted bread cubes, aromatic vegetables, and fresh herbs, all brought together with savory broth and eggs. A perfect side for any festive meal, easily enhanced with optional sausage or dried cranberries.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Baking sheet (optional)
- Large skillet
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups Stale Bread Cubes white sandwich bread, sourdough, or challah
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter 1 stick
- 1 large Onions yellow or sweet, finely diced
- 2 stalks Celery finely diced
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs chopped (sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley)
- 2 tsp Dried Herbs Poultry seasoning (optional)
- 2 cups Chicken or Turkey Broth low-sodium
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup Cooked Sausage mild or spicy, browned and crumbled
- 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- If your bread is not already stale, spread the cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until they are dry.
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the diced onions and celery and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add the fresh chopped herbs and optional poultry seasoning and cook for another minute.
- In a large bowl, combine the stale bread cubes with the sautéed aromatic mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken or turkey broth and the eggs.
- Pour the broth and egg mixture over the bread and aromatics, mixing gently until the bread is evenly moistened but not mushy.
- If using, fold in the cooked sausage and dried cranberries, then season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue to bake for another 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Notes
For the best texture, ensure your bread cubes are thoroughly stale or dried. The stuffing is safely cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Feel free to adjust the amount of salt and pepper to suit your personal taste preferences.