Sage Dressing

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1 pound dense country white bread, cut in 3/4-inch cubes

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the baking dish

2 leeks, halved lengthwise

4 to 6 ounces button or wild mushrooms, sliced 1/3-inch thick

Oil

1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery

2 to 3 teaspoons crumbled dried sage

1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme or dried marjoram, or a combination

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

3 cups chicken or turkey stock

2 large eggs

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Fresh sage or thyme sprigs, for garnish