Christmas Stuffing Recipe
Introduction
Christmas is a time for family, friends, and of course, food. One of the most beloved dishes during the holiday season is stuffing, which is a delicious blend of bread, herbs, and spices. There are many different ways to make stuffing, but in this article, we will share with you our favorite Christmas stuffing recipe.Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:- 1 loaf of bread, preferably stale or day-old
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
Substitutions
If you have any dietary restrictions or preferences, you can make the following substitutions:- Gluten-free bread for regular bread
- Vegan butter for regular butter
- Vegetable broth for chicken broth
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients, let's start making the stuffing!- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the bread into small cubes and spread them out on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until they are slightly toasted.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for 5-7 minutes or until they are soft.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, broth, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley.
- Add the toasted bread cubes to the bowl and mix until they are coated with the broth mixture.
- Add the onion and celery mixture to the bowl and mix everything together.
- Transfer the stuffing to a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes covered, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Let the stuffing cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This Christmas stuffing recipe makes approximately 8 servings. Here is the nutrition information per serving:- Calories: 271
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 825mg
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect Christmas stuffing:- Use day-old or stale bread for the best texture.
- If you want a crispy top, remove the foil for the last 15-20 minutes of baking.
- You can add other ingredients to the stuffing, such as sausage, apples, or cranberries.
- If you want to make the stuffing ahead of time, prepare it up to the point of baking and then refrigerate it. When you are ready to bake it, let it come to room temperature first and then bake as directed.