Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Stuffing

Savor the rich, earthy flavors of this Caramelized Onion and Mushroom Stuffing, a comforting side dish perfect for holiday gatherings or as a hearty accompaniment to any meal. This recipe combines velvety caramelized onions, savory sautéed mushrooms, and a fragrant medley of dried thyme and rosemary, creating an irresistible depth of flavor. Tossed with day-old bread cubes, fresh parsley, and a savory egg-and-broth mixture, this stuffing is baked to golden perfection with a crisp top and tender interior. Ready in just 80 minutes, this dish brings a gourmet twist to classic stuffing and is easily customizable with chicken or vegetable broth to suit both meat-lovers and vegetarians alike. Great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Sunday dinner, this homemade stuffing will impress your guests with its balance of taste, texture, and aroma.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 medium, thinly sliced Yellow onions
• 12 ounces, sliced Cremini or button mushrooms
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
• 10 cups, cubed Day-old bread
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the mushrooms and cook for 8-10 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the caramelized onions, cooked mushrooms, cubed bread, and chopped parsley.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable broth and eggs. Pour the mixture over the bread mixture and gently toss, ensuring the bread absorbs the liquid evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes covered, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden and crisp.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3873.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7767.6

Total Fat 178.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 16545.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1275.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.1g	0%
Total Sugars 147.4g
Protein 256.4g	0%

Vitamin D 105.8IU	0%
Calcium 3865.1mg	0%
Iron 95.7mg	0%
Potassium 5244.0mg	0%

*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: 20.7%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 66.0%