Herb Sourdough Stuffing Recipe (2024)

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Thanksgiving meals are all about the side dishes and a delicious homemade stuffing recipe is always top on my list.How about I help you make a mouthwatering Sourdough Stuffing loaded with fresh herbs.Mmmm, Mmmm good.

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I’m pretty sure as a kid I turned my nose up to stuffing and I have no idea why.It could have been the variety of breads used, or the hidden ingredients that I wasn’t sure I liked.

If I could only go back in time and do it better as a kid.This and Pecan Pie would be top on my list for sure.

We love to make the quick and easy Stove Top Pecan and Craisin stuffing recipe.It’s a crowd pleaser and has graced our table many man years.

But go ahead and try this recipe because I’ll prove to you why this is hands down a fantastic recipe that you will love.

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Herb stuffing combined with sourdough is a wow to your taste buds.If you can get ahold of my favorite Boudin Sourdough, grab it!But otherwise grab a loaf from your local bakery.

Pro Tip:

Do yourself a favor working up to the big holiday meal celebration and let’s get this bread tried out.Slice the loaf in ½in slices and then each slice into ½ inch cubes.Bake bread on baking sheets for about an hour to dry bread cubes out and allow to completely cool.

Then store in a large Ziploc bag until your event or place in a large bowl to cool and make stuffing the same day.

Shopping List

Sourdough Loaf: This is about a 1 to 1 ½ pound loaf or round.Make it fresh, buy it from the bakery it will all be fantastic.

Broth: I love Swanson Broth.A Chicken or Vegetable broth is perfect

Herbs: Fresh Sage, Thyme, Parsley and Rosemary.

Vegetables: Onions and Celery and garlic too.

Other: Eggs, they will help to bind everything together

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How to make Sourdough Bread Stuffing

Follow the Pro Tip above and slice and cube bread into ½ inch cubes.Bake in oven for about an hour to dry bread out nicely.It’s nice to toss bread cubes half way through just to help the process of drying the bead.

Allow bread to cool completely before storing for later.If you are drying bread on the same day as making the recipe, it’s still a good idea to allow bread to cool too.

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In a skillet over medium to high heat saute diced onions and celery in a little melted butter.Onions should soften and turn transparent and celery will also soften while stirring occasionally.Then add a little garlic and saute.Then turn off heat.

Meanwhile chop herbs.It may seem like a lot, but the amounts are perfect.I like to use Sage, Thyme, Parsley and Rosemary.However you could also add fresh Basil and Oregano if you wish too.

Add chopped fresh herbs to sautéed vegetables and give a good mix.The heat from the onions and celery will soften the herbs nicely. Dried herbs can be used if needed.

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In a large mixing bowl combine herb mixture to bread cubes and give a good stir to mix everything together.

Mix eggs with chicken broth in a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper then pour over bread cubes and gently stir.I find it best to drizzle liquid all over this Homemade Stuffing Recipe before stirring.

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If you feel the stuffing is to dry, try adding a little bit more broth.But you do not want to over saturate the bread.

Pour Sourdough Stuffing Recipe into a 9x13 baking dish and bake.When finished the tops will be golden brown and a little crispy.And the smell is out of this world good.

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Additional Add-ins

We all love other ideas of great add-ins so I’ve got you covered.Try choosing one of these or even multiple if you wish.

  • Ground Sausage
  • Bacon
  • Pecans
  • Craisins
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Holiday Menu Recipe Ideas

The complete printable recipe is listed below in the Recipe Card, so make sure to check out all those details.I want to make sure you have all the recipes you need for the big Thanksgiving Dinner Holiday.

In my home we serve both Turkey and Ham and I love making Ham in the Instant Pot.Sweet or savory both recipes can be found in this Instant Pot Ham Recipe.

No table is complete without some mashed potatoes.Try Sweet Potato Mash.It’s fantastic as is but who doesn’t love a little drizzle of honey with a dollop of whipped butter on top.A Garlic Mashed Potato is also fantastic and a classic choice.

Skillet corn, or Air Fryer Butternut Squash is a great side as well and you will never go wrong with either of them.

Pies, Hands down, make an Egg Nog Pie.This is one of my most popular recipes on my site and for good reason.Just trust me here.We also love the Sour Cream Lemon, Pecan Pie, Oatmeal Chocolate Chip, Buttermilk Pie, and Chocolate Symphony pie.

Be sure to Follow me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube for the Latest Recipes, Tips and Tricks, and creative menu ideas!

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How to use Homemade Bread Stuffing

Leftover Stuffing is great served as a leftover.Try making this easy Turkey Crescent Ring.Is it bad that I secretly save some stuffing for this recipe?I do.You don’t need much but it really does make a difference in this fun lunch the day after.

Storing Herb Stuffing Recipe

Store leftovers in a sealed container or even Zip-loc bag in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Scrumptious Stuffing


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Sourdough Stuffing

Sourdough Stuffing Recipe made with fresh herbs, sautéed vegetables and sourdough bread cubes for a delicious holiday side dish recipe

Prep Time1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Cook Time40 minutes mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 Loaf Sourdough Bread
  • ½ cup Butter
  • 1 cup Yellow Onion - Diced
  • 3 stalks Celery - Diced
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic - Crushed
  • ½ cup Parsley - Chopped
  • ¼ cup Rosemary - Chopped
  • ¼ cup Sage - Chopped
  • ¼ cup Thyme - Chopped
  • 1 ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 Eggs - Large
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

Cube Bread and Dry Bread

  • Slice the loaf in ½in slices and then each slice into ½ inch cubes.

  • Bake bread at 200F Degrees on baking sheets for about an hour to dry bread cubes out and allow to completely cool

  • Then store in a large Ziploc bag until your event or place in a large bowl to cool and make stuffing the same day.

Herb Stuffing

  • Preheat Oven to 350 F Degrees

  • In a skillet over medium to high heat saute diced onions and celery in melted butter.

  • Then add a little garlic and saute.Then turn off heat.

  • Chop fresh herbs and set aside

  • Add chopped herbs to sautéed vegetables and mix to combine. Allowing the residual heat to soften herbs

  • In a large mixing bowl combine herb mixture to bread cubes and give a good stir to mix everything together.

  • Mix eggs with chicken broth in a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper then pour over bread cubes and gently stir.I find it best to drizzle liquid all over this Homemade Stuffing Recipe before stirring.

  • If you feel the stuffing is to dry, try adding a little bit more broth.But you do not want to over saturate the bread.

  • Pour Sourdough Stuffing Recipe into a 9×13 baking dish and bake for 40 minutes.When finished the tops will be golden brown and a little crispy.

  • Serve Hot

Notes

Additional Add-ins

We all love other ideas of great add-ins so I’ve got you covered.Try choosing one of these or even multiple if you wish.

  • Ground Sausage
  • Bacon
  • Pecans
  • Craisins

Have you made this recipe?Mention @devourdinner or tag us #devourdinner! Please leave a comment and rating below. Thank you!

Nutrition Disclaimer

All nutrition values are approximate and calculated by a plugin and are provided as a courtesy. Adding or subtracting ingredients will change the nutritional value.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 628mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 3mg

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FAQs

What does adding egg to stuffing do? ›

Eggs: Two lightly beaten eggs help hold the dressing together and add moisture.

Is it OK to make stuffing a day ahead of time? ›

No matter where you fall, getting a head start on what can be prepared before the big day is essential. One question that always crops up: Can you make stuffing ahead of time? The short answer to whether you can making stuffing ahead of time is yes.

Does it matter what bread you use for stuffing? ›

You can use almost any type of bread when you are making bread cubes for stuffing! Old French bread loaves, buns that weren't eaten, a few slices of bread from a homemade or store-bought loaf all work in this recipe.

Which of the following bread is perfect for stuffing? ›

#1: White Sandwich Bread

Flavor: We were very happy with the flavor—the white bread acts as a sort of blank, neutral palate with a very mild sweetness that allows the richness of the broth, the sage-iness of the sausage, and the vegetables to really shine through.

What makes stuffing unhealthy? ›

Stuffing is not strictly a healthy food, because it is typically high in calories, fat, sodium, and refined carbohydrates. 1 But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy it, All foods can fit into a healthy diet in moderation.

Can you prepare uncooked stuffing ahead of time and refrigerate? ›

If you don't plan on stuffing the bird, but preparing the dressing as a side dish, you can prepare uncooked stuffing ahead of time as long as you freeze the stuffing immediately after mixing the wet and dry ingredients. USDA recommends that you never refrigerate uncooked stuffing.

Why can't you refrigerate uncooked stuffing? ›

Because stuffing is an excellent medium for bacterial growth, it's important to handle it safely and cook it to a safe minimum internal temperature as measured with a food thermometer. Here are some common ques- tions consumers ask. Stuffing should not be prepared ahead.

Can you use week old bread for stuffing? ›

In fact, using stale bread and fresh bread will both leave you with equal amounts of mush. The longstanding tip to use old, stale bread for the perfect stuffing is actually a myth. Letting bread go stale doesn't actually dry it out. After sitting out on your counter, bread goes through the process of retrogradation.

How long should bread sit out for stuffing? ›

Cut the bread into the cube size you want. Spread them out in a sheet pan, single layer. Two choices, one is to just leave them out for a few days to dry, two would be to put the sheet pan in a 300F oven for 30–60 minutes.

Is it better to make stuffing with fresh or dry bread? ›

While you can use almost any bread — cornbread, bagels, or even frozen waffles — to make stuffing, it needs to be dried or “staled” first.

How wet should stuffing be before baking? ›

The stuffing should be moist but not wet. If there is a puddle of broth at the bottom of the bowl, you've added too much. Add more bread to soak up the excess moisture. If the mix is still dry and crumbly, add more liquid and toss gently until it starts to clump together.

Is bread stuffing unhealthy? ›

Stuffing is essentially bread, salt, and butter, so it probably comes as no surprise that it isn't the healthiest food served on Thanksgiving. But you can cut its sodium and saturated fat, and pump up its nutritional profile.

What types of flatbread is used in a sandwich that can be rolled around the stuffing to make a pinwheel shaped ›

Lavash - small and rectangular, when softened in water, can be rolled around a stuffing to make a pinwheel shaped sandwich.

What is bread stuffing called? ›

Stuffing and dressing are commonly used as different names for the same thing—a dish consisting of bits of bread (or other starchy things) and various seasonings.

Why do people put eggs in their dressing? ›

Should you add egg to stuffing or dressing? It's a matter of preference, but adding a beaten egg to your stuffing mixture acts as a binder and keeps the bread moist. Moisture is what holds all the ingredients together, rather than turning it into something resembling croutons and roasted vegetables.

Why use an egg as a thickener? ›

Creamy desserts such as crème brûlée also benefit from eggs' ability to emulsify and produce smooth, satiny, hom*ogeneous mixtures. Their ability to hold up to four times their weight in moisture makes eggs a good thickener for sauces, custards and curds. The proteins in eggs coagulate or set at different temperatures.

How do you keep stuffing moist? ›

Typically, baking the stuffing inside the bird helps keep the mixture moist. “I prefer stuffing (in the bird) to dressing (outside of the bird) because all those delicious drippings that come off the turkey gets absorbed right into the stuffing,” Bamford says.

Why do we need to apply egg yolk in some dressing? ›

Egg yolks are especially recommended for their emulsifying and thickening properties in mayonnaise, salad dressings, ice cream, and baked goods, combined with their coloring properties.

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