Traditional Bread Stuffing (Crock-Pot Method)

loaf sweet French bread

loaf sliced buttermilk or potato sandwich bread

butter

diced onion (about 2 onions)

diced celery (1 bunch)

carrot (diced)

minced garlic

chopped fresh parsley

or 5 cremini mushrooms (diced (optional))

dried sage

poultry seasoning

dried thyme

dried marjoram

salt

Fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

to 4 cups chicken broth (divided)

eggs (beaten)