Ingredients
- 10–12 day-old plain croissants (20–22 oz), torn into 1-inch pieces
- 8 Tbsp (113 g) unsalted butter, divided
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp poultry seasoning or 1½ tsp dried sage + 1 tsp thyme + ½ tsp crushed rosemary
- 2 large eggs
- 2½–3 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey stock
- 1½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional add-ins (choose 1–2): 12 oz cooked Italian sausage; 1 cup diced apple + ½ cup dried cranberries; 8 oz sautéed mushrooms + ½ cup shredded Gruyère; ½ cup toasted pecans
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Skillet
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- whisk
- Sheet pan
Method
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Spread croissant pieces on a sheet pan and bake 10–15 minutes to dry slightly. Cool completely.
- Melt 4 Tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and ½ tsp salt; cook 6–8 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and herbs; cook 1 minute. Cool 5 minutes.
- Whisk eggs, 2½ cups stock, remaining salt, and pepper together until blended.
- In a large bowl, combine croissants, sautéed aromatics, parsley, and any add-ins. Pour custard over and fold gently to moisten. Rest 10 minutes to absorb; add up to ½ cup stock if dry.
- Transfer mixture to a buttered 9×13-inch dish. Dot top with remaining 4 Tbsp butter.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) covered for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15–20 minutes more until golden and set (165°F center if including sausage or stuffing poultry). Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 9gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg
Notes
Tips: Start with 2½ cups stock; croissants absorb quickly—add more only until evenly moistened. For extra crispness, broil 1–2 minutes at the end (watch closely).
Serving Ideas: Perfect with Honey-Glazed Carrots & Green Beans or Crispy Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans; for dessert, try Perfect Cinnamon Pie.
Alternate Methods: Convection—reduce uncovered bake by ~5 minutes. Mini muffin appetizers—bake 375°F for 18–22 minutes until crisp at edges.
Serving Ideas: Perfect with Honey-Glazed Carrots & Green Beans or Crispy Garlic Parmesan Roasted Green Beans; for dessert, try Perfect Cinnamon Pie.
Alternate Methods: Convection—reduce uncovered bake by ~5 minutes. Mini muffin appetizers—bake 375°F for 18–22 minutes until crisp at edges.
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