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Classic Thanksgiving Dressing With Parsley, Sage and Thyme

SUBMITTED BY: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson PHOTO BY: CBARBUSCA

"For those who haven't completely given up on homemade stuffing and are looking for a simple, memorable stuffing, this recipe - and it's tasty variations - will set you on the path in the right direction."
RECIPE RATING:
The reviewer gave this recipe 21 stars. This recipe average a 4.9 star rating.
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Original recipe yield 10 cups

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (1 pound) loaf crusty Italian or French bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes or, if drying and toasting bread is too much trouble, buy unflavored croutons or bread cubes
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 onions, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage, rubbed between fingers
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs

DIRECTIONS

  1. Spread bread cubes in a single layer on two large sheet pans and let dry for a few hours or overnight. Adjust oven racks to lower- and upper-middle positions. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Bake bread until golden, 12 to 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees.
  2. Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and celery; saute until soft, 8 to 10 minutes. In a large bowl, mix bread, vegetables and remaining ingredients. Turn into a greased 3-quart baking dish. Cover with foil and bake until steamy, 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake until crusty, 10 minutes longer. Serve immediately.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 17, 2004 by TWICEMOMMY
French bread worked like a charm! Stuffing was tender, flavorful and moist (I included 1C... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 9, 2005 by MELP0028
I have never seen this recipe anywhere! This is very similar to the recipe that my mom has... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2005 by iota
Great recipe, it’s a family favorite. The only changes are fresh un-toasted bread, fresh herbs... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 1, 2007 by Lisa Rae
When I made this recipe the second time, I chose to interpret a celery STALK as an entire... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 26, 2005 by Mayna
This is the best stuffing recipie i have found! I added just a bit of rosemary since I use it... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2006 by CBARBUSCA
Excellent recipe! This was the first dish to disappear at Thanksgiving last year. I was so... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2007 by JORGINE
I need to mke a vegetarian dressing every year and am tired of using the box stuff. I decided... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2006 by emrilwannabe
My brother in law who is very picky when it comes to stuffing wants Thanksgiving all year just... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2006 by bkowach
This was Wonderful!! I did add twice as much liquid (at least maybe more). We live in South... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2006 by zoe