# Components:
→ Bread & Fillings
01 - 7 oz day-old white or whole wheat bread, crusts removed and cubed
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Dairy
04 - 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Liquids
05 - ⅓ cup hot vegetable stock
→ Herbs & Seasoning
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped or 1 tsp dried
08 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper
→ Optional Add-ins
11 - 1¾ oz dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots
12 - 1¾ oz chopped walnuts or pecans
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Pour hot vegetable stock evenly over bread and allow to soak for 2–3 minutes until softened.
03 - Add onion, garlic, melted butter, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper. If using, incorporate dried fruit and nuts.
04 - Mix until ingredients are fully integrated and the mixture holds together when squeezed.
05 - With damp hands, shape mixture into 12 even balls and arrange on the prepared tray.
06 - Bake for 18–20 minutes or until the exterior is golden and crisp.
07 - Serve warm as a festive side dish or appetizer.
