Your Thanksgiving Menu Needs Classic Chestnut Stuffing

Sourdough bread, fresh herbs, mushrooms, and chestnuts are the basis for this classic baked stuffing recipe. Whether you're making an entire "British Christmas" style Thanksgiving, or just looking to add a little classic touch to a party or feast, this classic recipe is sure to delight.

Yields: 8-10 servings

Prep Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp.

  (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish

• 1

  large white onion, chopped

• 2

  stalks celery, chopped

• 1

  (8-ounce) package mushrooms, chopped

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 1/2 c.

  chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

• 1 tbsp.

  chopped fresh sage

• 1 tbsp.

  chopped fresh thyme

• 2

  (5.2-ounce) packages whole peeled and roasted chestnuts, coarsely chopped

• 1 lb.

  sourdough bread, cubed and left out overnight to stale

• 2 1/2 c.

  chicken stock

• 1

  large egg, well beaten

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly butter a 9- by 13-inch baking dish. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in parsley, sage, thyme, and chestnuts. Cook until warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.

2. Add bread, broth, and egg. Stir until liquid is mostly absorbed. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Bake until cooked through and top is golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes.

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