Follow these steps for perfect results
celery
chopped
onion
chopped
butter
melted
saltine crackers
coarsely crushed
egg
slightly beaten
parsley
snipped
ground sage
dried thyme
crushed
salt
Chop the celery and onion.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Cook celery and onion in the melted butter until tender.
Coarsely crush the saltine crackers.
Add milk to the crushed crackers and stir to moisten.
In a large bowl, combine the cracker mixture, cooked celery and onion mixture, beaten egg, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Spoon the stuffing into a baking dish or use to stuff a chicken.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Expert advice for the best results
Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture and flavor.
Use chicken broth instead of milk for a richer flavor.
For a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.
Serve in a bowl garnished with fresh parsley.
Serve alongside roasted chicken or turkey.
Serve as a side dish with a green salad.
Complements the savory flavors of the stuffing.
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Traditional Thanksgiving side dish
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