These southern 3-ingredient buttery herb squares are the kind of simple side dish that feels almost too easy for how much people love them. They have that classic holiday-table comfort, somewhere between a savory bread pudding and a rich stuffing square, with buttery flavor and cozy herbs in every bite. This is exactly the sort of shortcut recipe I keep around for busy weeks and family gatherings, because it comes together fast, bakes beautifully, and always disappears quicker than expected.
Serve these warm alongside roast turkey, baked ham, fried chicken, pork chops, or a big bowl of soup or chili. They fit especially well on a holiday table with green beans, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, or glazed carrots, but they are also great with a simple salad when you want to turn them into an easy lunch or light supper.
Southern 3-Ingredient Buttery Herb Squares
Servings: 9 squares
Ingredients
1 box herb-seasoned stuffing mix, 6 ounces
4 large eggs
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8-inch square glass baking dish.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the herb-seasoned stuffing mix, eggs, and melted butter until everything is evenly moistened.
3. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top into an even layer.
4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are crisp and buttery.
5. Let the dish cool for about 5 to 10 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm.
Variations & Tips
Extra herb flavor: If you want a little more flavor, add a pinch of dried parsley, thyme, or sage to the bowl before mixing. It is not necessary, but it gives the squares an even more homemade holiday taste.
Make-ahead tip: You can mix everything together a few hours ahead, press it into the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate until you are ready to bake. This is especially handy when oven space gets tight during holiday cooking.
Crispier edges: For extra crisp, buttery corners, bake the dish on the center rack and do not underbake. If needed, leave it in for an extra 3 to 5 minutes while keeping an eye on the top so it stays golden, not too dark.
Easy add-ins: Even though the beauty of this recipe is the 3-ingredient simplicity, you can fold in a small handful of cooked crumbled sausage, finely diced celery, or sautéed onion when you want to dress it up for a bigger meal.