Get ready to elevate your holiday meal with the most mouthwatering Bells Seasoning Potato Stuffing that will have your guests begging for seconds! This classic American side dish is more than just a recipe – it's a culinary experience that transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed sensation. With its perfect blend of herbs, vegetables, and perfectly toasted bread cubes, this stuffing isn't just a side dish; it's the star of the show that will make your dining table the talk of the town!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs 5 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of bread, cubed
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup Bells seasoning
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
- Cube the bread into roughly 1-inch pieces. Spread the bread cubes on a large baking sheet and allow them to dry out at room temperature for about 1-2 hours, or use day-old bread for best results.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions and celery, sautéing until they become soft and translucent, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, sautéed onions and celery, Bells seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Gradually pour vegetable broth over the bread mixture, stirring carefully to moisten the bread without making it soggy. The mixture should be moist but not wet.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and loosely to allow for proper heat circulation.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes to create a crispy, golden-brown top.
- Remove from oven and let the stuffing rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and settle.
- Serve hot as a side dish, garnishing with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Tips
- • Use day-old bread for the best texture – slightly stale bread absorbs flavors better and creates a more authentic stuffing consistency. • Don't rush the bread drying process. Allowing bread cubes to dry out ensures they soak up the broth without becoming mushy. • Be gentle when mixing ingredients to keep bread cubes intact and prevent compacting the stuffing. • For extra flavor, consider using homemade vegetable broth or adding a splash of white wine to the mixture. • The key to a perfect stuffing is moisture control – add broth gradually and stop when the mixture is moist but not soggy. • For a crispy top, ensure you remove the foil in the last 15 minutes of baking. • Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme can add an extra layer of flavor if you want to customize the recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
