Stuffing is the most beloved leftover in my husband's family — my mother in-law makes extra pans of her infamous recipe for each of her kids to take home every year. My husband could eat his leftovers for breakfast, lunch, and dinner straight from the pan, but I find a little extra work makes stuffing leftovers worth every savory bite. Here's our favorite reheating method, plus two other fast and fun methods to try.

Before you begin any of the reheating methods, remove the leftover stuffing from the refrigerator and take a look at it. Often upon refrigeration, the stuffing will soak up any excess moisture and will appear drier than when originally served.

Depending on the amount of stuffing you plan to reheat, drizzle a few tablespoons or up to 1/4 cup of chicken or turkey broth into the stuffing to moisten it. Adding a pat of butter to the top of the stuffing before reheating also adds some richness that can be lost with leftovers.

The Best Method for Reheating Stuffing: Stovetop

Here's the thing about using a pan, a little butter, and some broth to reheat stuffing: it makes it taste even better than it did the day it was made. The bread gets crisped by the hot pan and the broth helps soften the stuffing that has otherwise absorbed a lot of its original moisture. You'll literally want to eat this reheated stuffing right out of the pan.

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The Fastest Way to Reheat Stuffing: Microwave

This is my husband's tried-and-true method — nothing glamorous, but it heats the stuffing well. Be sure to add a little broth or butter before reheating to prevent drying out. Transfer stuffing to a microwave-safe dish and cover with a piece of parchment paper. Microwave for two to three minutes, stirring after each minute to make sure the stuffing heats evenly.

The Oven Methods

I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that there are two other simple ways you can reheat stuffing, both of which involve the oven and are great for feeding a crowd. The first oven option is to move leftover stuffing to a baking dish, add broth and butter, and heat at 350°F for 30 minutes covered. Uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes so you can get some crispy, crunchy bits on top. The second oven option is to divide the leftover stuffing between the cups of a greased muffin pan and crisp them in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes. My kids are big fans of this method.