Sage Dressing/Stuffing for Turkey

Directions

1. 1
   Put 4 tablespoons melted butter into skillet.
2. 2
   Add onions and celery and cook, stirring often, over moderate heat until vegetables are soft but not browned.
3. 3
   In large bowl, combine dried bread, sage, parsley and salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Add onion and celery mixture and remaining melted butter.
5. 5
   Toss until well mixed (using your hands works best for mixing).
6. 6
   Add broth slowly, a little at a time, while tossing mixture to moisten thoroughly.
7. 7
   Take care to add only enough liquid to moisten or stuffing will become sodden.
8. 8
   To test stuffing in order to see if seasonings are correct, melt a little butter in small skillet.
9. 9
   Add rounded tablespoon of stuffing to skillet and stir until lightly golden.
10. 10
    If it needs a more lively flavor, add more sage, onions or celery.
11. 11
    Makes enough for 16 pound turkey.