Place dried torn French bread into a greased 6-quart crockpot.
Melt butter in a skillet; sauté onions, celery, and garlic for 7–8 minutes.
Add sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley; cook 1–2 minutes. Stir in bouillon and black pepper.
Pour mixture over bread and gently fold together.
Add 2 cups broth and lightly stir to moisten.
Cook on HIGH for 1.5 - 2 hours without stirring or taking the lid off. Fluff and serve.Add more broth if you prefer a softer texture.
Notes
To make this in the oven, prepare the stuffing exactly as written. Place the mixture in a greased 9x13 baking dish. Cover with foil and bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 10-20 minutes depending on how crispy you want the top! Make-Ahead:
Tear the bread up to 24 hours ahead and let it dry on the counter.
Sauté the vegetables and chop the herbs the day before.
Storage:
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave or crockpot; crisp in a skillet if desired.