CLASSIC STUFFING

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The terms stuffing and dressing are often used interchangeably, but they do have different meanings: Stuffing is cooked inside the bird, dressing on its own. Use this recipe when making our Perfect Roast Turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Yield Makes 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 onions, (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
16 celery stalks, cut into 1/4-inch dice
10 large fresh sage leaves, chopped, or 2 teaspoons crushed dried sage
6 cups Homemade Chicken Stock, or canned low sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat
2 stale loaves white bread, (about 36 slices), crust on, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
3 cups (about 2 bunches) fresh coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley, leaves
2 cups pecans, toasted and chopped (optional)
2 cups dried cherries (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onions and celery, and cook over medium heat until onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add sage, stir to combine, and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add 1/2 cup stock, and stir well. Cook for about 5 minutes, until liquid has reduced by half.
  • Transfer onion mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add all remaining ingredients, including the remaining stock; mix to combine.

Marlene Bier
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This stuffing is a must-try for any stuffing lover. It's so flavorful and moist, and it's the perfect way to use up leftover bread.


Netra bahadur Budha
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I made this stuffing for the first time last year and it was a huge hit. I loved the combination of flavors, and it was the perfect side dish for my Thanksgiving meal.


imane22 elfirha
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This stuffing is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and it's always delicious. I love the addition of sage and thyme, which give it a nice savory flavor.


Uzair zahid
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Hom Bahadur Lamichhane
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This stuffing is a must-try for any stuffing lover. It's so flavorful and moist, and it's the perfect way to use up leftover bread.


Blal Mohamed
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I made this stuffing for the first time this year and it was a huge hit. I loved the combination of flavors, and it was the perfect side dish for my Thanksgiving meal.


DexyStorm
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This stuffing is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and it's always delicious. I love the addition of apples and celery, which give it a nice crunch.


Angel Atom “angelindigo1” Tarin Bates
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I've been making this stuffing for years and it's always a favorite. It's so moist and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to any holiday meal.


Drew Lang
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This stuffing is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Easter. It's always a hit!


Cheryl Lawrence
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I made this stuffing for the first time last year and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making it again this year.


Dipen Kunwar
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This stuffing is a must-have for any Thanksgiving dinner. It's so flavorful and moist, and it's the perfect way to use up leftover bread.


Dauri Vasquez
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I love this stuffing! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I've tried other stuffing recipes before, but this one is definitely my favorite.


shukri maxamed
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This stuffing is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and moist, and it's the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving meal.