Here’s a tasty recipe for a Baked Stuffing Casserole—comfort food that’s hearty, flavorful, and easy to make:
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
- 6 cups stuffing (store-bought or homemade, cubed)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, turkey, or sausage (optional, diced)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp salt, or to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup melted butter (or olive oil)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 2 eggs, beaten (helps bind the casserole)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a skillet, heat a little butter or oil.
- Sauté onion, celery, mushrooms, and garlic until softened (about 5–7 minutes).
- Mix the Casserole:
- In a large bowl, combine stuffing, sautéed vegetables, cooked meat (if using), herbs, salt, pepper, and eggs.
- Gradually stir in broth until the mixture is moist but not soggy.
- Assemble:
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Drizzle melted butter on top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve Hot:
- Let it cool slightly before serving. Perfect as a side or main dish.
💡 Tips:
- Add dried cranberries, cooked apples, or nuts for a sweet-savory twist.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated; just bake before serving.
If you want, I can also make a low-carb version of this stuffing casserole that’s just as flavorful but lighter. Do you want me to do that?
