Description
This classic Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe combines crusty bread cubes with sautéed onions, celery, and aromatic fresh herbs, all moistened with rich broth and baked to a golden crisp. It’s a comforting side dish that perfectly complements your festive turkey dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 10 cups sourdough or French bread, cubed
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 2 cups celery, finely chopped (about 3–4 stalks)
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cube the bread and allow it to dry overnight or toast it lightly to remove moisture. Finely dice the onion and celery, and chop the fresh herbs carefully.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, cooking them until tender and fragrant, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, place the bread cubes. Pour the sautéed onion and celery mixture over the bread. Add the chopped fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary, then season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Slowly stir in the warm broth until the stuffing is evenly moistened but not soggy.
- Bake: Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown and has a crispy texture.
- Serve: Allow the stuffing to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this flavorful and hearty side dish alongside your turkey or other favorite holiday dishes.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of broth depending on whether you prefer a moist or dryer stuffing consistency.
- For a richer flavor, optionally add cooked sausage or diced apples to the stuffing before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving Stuffing, Holiday Side Dish, Bread Stuffing, Stuffing with Herbs, Traditional Thanksgiving Recipe
