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Delicious Sour Dough Stuffing with Fresh Herbs on a white marble table

Artisanal Sour Dough Stuffing with Fresh Herbs

A flavorful artisanal sourdough stuffing featuring dried bread cubes, sautéed aromatics, and a generous blend of fresh herbs, baked to golden perfection. This comforting side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or any special meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Small Bowl
  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 loaf Sourdough Bread stale and cubed (about 8-10 cups)
  • 1 large Yellow onion chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2-3 cups Vegetable or chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 Large egg lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
  • a pinch Nutmeg

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • If bread is not stale, cut into 1-inch cubes and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 20-30 minutes until dry, then cool completely. Place dried sourdough cubes in a large mixing bowl.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat; add onion and celery, cooking until softened (8-10 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in fresh sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley, cooking for one minute until fragrant, then remove the skillet from heat.
  • Pour the sautéed vegetables and herbs over the dried sourdough cubes; in a separate bowl, whisk the egg with 2 cups of broth. Pour the liquid mixture over the bread and stir gently until moistened, adding more broth if needed.
  • Season the stuffing with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg; taste and adjust seasonings.

Baking

  • Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and transfer the stuffing, spreading it evenly without packing.
  • Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C), and bake for another 20-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Serving

  • Let the stuffing rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a crispier top, briefly broil for a minute or two, watching carefully to prevent burning. Ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C) before serving.