Auntie Phyllis Bajan Stuffing

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option while being budget-friendly.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain increases fiber content, while stale bread reduces waste.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal acts as a binder without cholesterol.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Sauté onions, celery, and bell pepper until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Stir in thyme, sage, parsley, black pepper, and salt; cook for 2 minutes.

Combine sautéed vegetables with bread in a large mixing bowl.

Pour in chicken broth gradually, mixing until bread is evenly moistened.

Add beaten egg and mix well to combine.

Transfer stuffing to a greased baking dish.

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until top is golden brown.

Let cool slightly before serving.

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