Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing: Easy, Classic Recipe
A beloved holiday classic passed down for generations. This savory, herbed bread stuffing is buttery, moist on the inside, and lightly crisped on top. Perfectly pairs with turkey or as a hearty vegetarian side.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf day-old white bread cubed
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup onion finely chopped
- 1 cup celery finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 ½ cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 2 eggs beaten (optional for binding)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes until slightly crisp.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; sauté onion, celery, and garlic until soft.
- In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, sautéed vegetables, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in broth and eggs (if using), mix until bread is moistened but not soggy.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes covered, then 15 minutes uncovered until golden.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use cornbread or whole grain bread for variation.
Add cooked sausage, apples, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Make ahead and refrigerate; reheat before serving.
Add cooked sausage, apples, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Make ahead and refrigerate; reheat before serving.