Marilyn Monroe Stuffing Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 cups of day-old white bread, cubed
• 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, warmed
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tsp dried sage, Ground, Classic herb for stuffing
• 1 tsp dried thyme, Ground or fresh, Adds subtle earthiness
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, Crushed, Provides fragrant warmth
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg, Ground, Optional, adds delicate depth
• 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, chopped, Optional add-ins to personalize the stuffing and enrich its texture and flavor
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins for a hint of sweetness, Optional add-ins to personalize the stuffing and enrich its texture and flavor
• 1/2 cup cooked sausage or bacon, crumbled for savory depth, Optional add-ins to personalize the stuffing and enrich its texture and flavor
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for umami richness, Optional add-ins to personalize the stuffing and enrich its texture and flavor