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Slow Cooker Buttery Herb Stuffing

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Make classic, flavorful stuffing in your slow cooker to save oven space during holiday cooking. This recipe features sage and thyme for a comforting taste.

Ingredients

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  • 10 cups dry bread cubes (about 1 pound)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Place the dry bread cubes in a very large bowl.
  2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery. Cook until soft, about 8 minutes.
  3. Stir the sage, thyme, salt, and pepper into the cooked vegetables. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour the buttered vegetable mixture over the bread cubes. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and the broth. Pour this liquid mixture over the bread cubes. Toss everything gently until the bread is evenly moistened. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the fresh parsley.
  7. Lightly grease the inside of a 6-quart slow cooker. Transfer the stuffing mixture to the slow cooker, spreading it out evenly. Do not pack it down.
  8. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, or on HIGH for 1.5 to 2 hours. The stuffing is done when it is heated through.
  9. For crispy edges, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
  10. Serve directly from the slow cooker.

Notes

  • You can prepare the entire mixture (steps 1 through 5) a day ahead. Store it covered in the refrigerator. Add 30 minutes to the cooking time if starting from cold.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, use chicken broth. For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth.
  • This recipe feeds a crowd, making it a good choice for holiday menu planning.

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