Best Stuffing Recipe
"This stuffing is the ultimate Thanksgiving side dish; it comes from my mom and is the one thing I look forward to each year, even more than the turkey!"
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Ingredients
- 1 12-oz loaf french bread
- kosher salt and fresh pepper
- 3 medium celery stalks
- 2/3 cup chopped parsley
- 3 slices center cut bacon
- 1 teaspoon Bell's Turkey Seasoning
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup water
- cooking spray
- 1 large onion
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- 1
For fresh bread, start by preheating your oven to 250°F. Spread the bread cubes across two baking sheets and toast them for roughly 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are thoroughly dried out and firm.
- 2
Raise the oven temperature to 350°F.
- 3
In a spacious skillet set over medium heat, cook the bacon until it's fully rendered, which should take about 2 to 3 minutes. Once the bacon is done, add in the butter. When the butter has melted, toss in the onions, celery, parsley, sage, Bell's seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sauté everything on medium-low heat until the vegetables become tender, approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- 4
In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and egg until well blended.
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread with the sautéed vegetable mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and egg blend, mixing thoroughly. If the stuffing appears too dry, feel free to add a bit more broth or water until you reach the desired moisture level.
- 6
Lightly coat a casserole dish with cooking spray and transfer the stuffing into it. (If preparing in advance, cover with foil and store in the refrigerator.)
- 7
If you're preparing this alongside a turkey, drizzle some of the turkey's pan drippings over the stuffing. Bake it uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, or until it achieves a beautiful golden color.