Mastering the Art of Cooking Stuffing Outside the Turkey

Ingredients

• 1 loaf of stale bread (about 12 cups, cubed)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2-3 cups of broth (chicken or vegetable)
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup cooked sausage (optional)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries or apple pieces (optional)