Vegetable Stuffing Casserole Recipe

Vegetable stuffing casserole ready to be served at Thanksgiving dinner.

5 from 1 vote

Make this healthy, homemade vegetable stuffing casserole in just 40 minutes. Ideal for Thanksgiving and holiday dinners. Simple, delicious, and sure to impress your guests.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Servings: people

Calories: 358kcal

Author: Dr. Nena Stefanovic

Ingredients

2 slices whole-grain bread cubed
4 tablespoon olive oil divided
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
Black pepper
2 carrots diced
2 celery stalks diced
¼ onion diced
1 teaspoon Better Than Bouillon or 1 cup broth
1 cup water

Instructions

Set your oven to 180°C (350°F). Cut the whole-grain bread into small cubes and toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Spread onto a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, until lightly golden. Set aside.
Chop carrots, celery, and onions.
Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet. Add carrots, celery, and onion. Cook on medium heat until softened and fragrant (about 5-10 minutes).
Add the toasted bread cubes to the skillet with the vegetables and mix well. Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish.
Mix Better Than Bouillon with water (or use pre-made stock). Pour evenly over the casserole.
You can also make a richer variation by laying three to four thin butter slices on top of the casserole before it goes into the oven.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, until the top is slightly crisp and the inside is tender.

Notes

Cut the vegetables into small, even pieces so they cook quickly and mix well with the toasted bread.
Toast the bread just until lightly golden. This helps the casserole absorb the broth without turning mushy.
For a vegetarian version, simply replace the chicken bouillon with vegetable stock.
Feel free to add extra vegetables such as mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.
Fresh herbs like thyme, parsley, or sage can be added for extra flavor.
If the top browns too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil during the last few minutes of baking.
Leftovers reheat best in the oven to maintain the casserole’s texture.

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