The Best Crispy & Savory Thanksgiving Stuffing

Name: Thanksgiving Stuffing
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lb day-old bread; 6 oz bacon; 3/4 cup unsalted butter; 2 medium yellow onions; 3 celery stalks; 1 tsp fine sea salt; 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley; 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh rosemary; 4 garlic cloves; 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock; 2 large eggs

American · Organized from the video by Natashas Kitchen

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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Chop bread into 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes and bake on a large rimmed baking sheet for 12 to rans 15 minutes until fully dried out and crisp.
💡 Fresh bread may take longer to dry out; ensure it is crisp like croutons.
🔥 350°F⏱ 15 minutes
2
In a large skillet, cook bacon (or pancetta) over medium heat until fat renders and it becomes crispy. Transfer bacon to a plate, keeping the grease in the pan.
💡 The bacon grease builds immense flavor.
🔥 medium heat
3
Melt butter in the skillet with the bacon fat. Add onions, celery, garlic, and rosemary. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes until veggies are very soft, but do not brown the mixture.
💡 The veggies will shrink significantly during sautéing.
🔥 sauté⏱ 6 to 8 minutes
4
Stir in the parsley, salt, and pepper into the veggie mixture.
💡 Use freshly cracked pepper for better flavor.
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, crispy bacon, and the veggie mixture. Add half of the chicken stock and stir until the liquid is mostly absorbed.
💡 The bread should absorb the liquid without becoming soggy.
6
Add the remaining chicken stock and the whisked eggs to the bowl. Stir to combine.
💡 The eggs help bind the mixture and create a souffle-like texture.
7
Grease a 9x13 casserole dish with butter. Spread the mixture evenly into the pan and dot the top with the remaining butter.
💡 Using unmelted butter on top helps with color and moisture.
8
Cover the dish with foil and bake at 350°F for 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.
💡 If you prefer an extra crunchy top, bake on the longer side of the time range.
🔥 350°F⏱ 40 minutes⏱ 30 to 40 minutes
9
Garnish with a little extra parsley just before serving.
💡 Don't garnish while hot to prevent the parsley from wilting.

Tips

Use crusty, day-old bread to ensure a great crunch with a custardy center.
The eggs act as a binder, creating a texture similar to a souffle.
For leftovers, reheat in an air fryer for 10 minutes to restore crispness.

This recipe was organized from the source video's transcript. Amounts follow what the video presents. Source: Natashas Kitchen on YouTube

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