Description
Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing is a classic, savory side dish featuring toasted bread cubes mixed with sautéed onions, celery, garlic, and aromatic herbs, bound together with eggs and broth, then baked to golden perfection. This comforting stuffing adds a flavorful and crispy touch to your holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf of stale bread, cubed (about 10 cups)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
Other Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Toast Bread Cubes: Spread the bread cubes evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes to dry them out, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and minced garlic; cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Add Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in chopped parsley, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, and dried rosemary; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine Mixture: Pour the vegetable and herb mixture over the toasted bread cubes in the bowl.
- Add Eggs and Broth: Add the beaten eggs and broth to the mixture. Mix gently until the bread is moistened but not soggy. Adjust broth quantity if needed.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the stuffing mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Using stale bread helps the stuffing absorb the broth better without becoming mushy.
- You can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Feel free to add cooked sausage or nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Allow the stuffing to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking before serving for easier slicing.
- Herbs can be adjusted based on personal preference or availability.
