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ADRIENNE MORGAN'S
Classic Stuffing
SERVES: 8 PREP TIME: 10 min COOK TIME: 50 min
INGREDIENTS: DIRECTIONS:
1 loaf of day-old bread Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the bread
(about 12 cups), cut into cubes on baking sheets and leave them out overnight to
1-inch cubes stale. You can also toast them in the preheated oven for
about 10-15 minutes, until they are dry but not browned.
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted
butter In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions, celery, and garlic. Sauté until
1 large onion, finely the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent,
chopped about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the sage, thyme, and rosemary.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
2-3 celery stalks, finely Season with salt and pepper to taste.
chopped
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetable
2-3 cloves garlic, minced mixture with the bread cubes. Toss until the bread is
evenly coated. Slowly pour the broth over the bread
2 tsp dried sage (or 2 tbsp mixture, stirring gently to ensure even absorption. Add
fresh sage, chopped) just enough broth to moisten the bread without making
it soggy. Gradually add the beaten eggs, mixing well to
2 tsp dried thyme (or 2 coat all the ingredients. This will help bind the stuffing
tbsp fresh, chopped) together. If you're including any optional ingredients add
them now and gently fold them into the mixture.
2 tsp dried rosemary (or 2
tbsp fresh, chopped) Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Cover
with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for
Salt and pepper to taste about 30-40 minutes, until heated through. If you like a
crispy top, remove the foil in the last 10-15 minutes of
2-3 cups chicken or baking.
vegetable broth
(adjust to taste)
2 large eggs, beaten ADRIENNE MORGAN is the Vice President of Equity
and Inclusion & Richard Feldman Chief Diversity Officer,
Optional additions: University of Rochester; Vice President for Equity and
chopped nuts, dried Inclusion, University of Rochester Medical Center.
cranberries, cooked
sausage, etc. During this season of “thanks”, I am I am grateful for my
beautiful family, my four grandchildren, my dear friends,
and cherished colleagues. You all provide strength, love,
and wisdom that guides me through life.
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