Fennel Herb Stuffing

Elevate your holiday feast or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Fennel Herb Stuffing, a fresh twist on the classic stuffing recipe. Featuring the crisp, subtly sweet flavor of fennel paired with aromatic herbs like parsley, sage, and thyme, this dish is a celebration of seasonal ingredients. Golden, oven-toasted French bread cubes soak up a savory blend of buttery sautéed vegetables, rich broth, and perfectly seasoned beaten eggs, creating a stuffing that’s moist on the inside with a deliciously crisp top layer. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to eight, this versatile side dish complements roasted meats or hearty vegetarian mains beautifully. Whether it’s Thanksgiving or a cozy dinner, this fennel-infused herb stuffing is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 loaf French bread (day-old or crusty)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 Fennel bulb (medium), chopped
• 1 Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 Celery stalks, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh sage, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 Eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil or melted butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or melted butter and set aside.

Step 2

Cut the loaf of French bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread the cubes on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until dry and slightly golden. Set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped fennel, onion, and celery. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Stir in the parsley, sage, and thyme. Cook for another 1 minute to release the herb flavors. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes and the sautéed vegetable-herb mixture. Toss gently to incorporate.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth and the beaten eggs. Add the salt and pepper to this mixture.

Step 8

Pour the broth and egg mixture over the bread and vegetables. Gently toss until the bread cubes are evenly moistened, but not soggy.

Step 9

Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crisp.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the stuffing sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your fragrant Fennel Herb Stuffing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1786.4 grams (1786.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2185

Total Fat 104.90g	134%
Saturated Fat 48.90g	244%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 556mg	185%
Sodium 4788mg	208%
Total Carbohydrate 256.20g	93%
Dietary Fiber 24.90g	89%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 60.50g	121%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 596mg	46%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 3210mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 46.4%