Description
Bring the nostalgia of home-cooked meals to your table with Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing. Made with tender bread cubes, aromatic vegetables, and a blend of classic herbs, this traditional stuffing is a holiday favorite perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
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Homemade Breadcrumbs for Stuffing:
- 16 cups dry bread cubes (about 3 large loaves of bread, homemade or store-bought)
Stuffing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups onion, diced (1/2-inch pieces)
- 2 cups celery, diced (1/2-inch pieces)
- 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon sage (fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 – 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable stock as a substitute)
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Aromatics:
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions and celery, and sauté for 8 minutes until tender and translucent.
- Season and Combine:
- Stir in poultry seasoning, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Pour in 1 ½ cups of chicken broth.
- Mix with Eggs:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. Add them to the broth mixture, whisking to combine.
- Combine with Bread Cubes:
- Place dry bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Gradually pour the broth mixture over the bread, gently folding to ensure the bread is evenly coated. The mixture should be moist but not soggy.
- Bake the Stuffing:
- Grease a 9” x 13” baking dish with non-stick spray. Spread the stuffing mixture evenly in the dish.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15-20 minutes until golden brown and tender throughout.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Bread Cubes: Use stale bread for the best texture, or dry fresh bread cubes in the oven at 200°F for about 20 minutes.
- Moisture Adjustment: Add more chicken broth if the stuffing appears dry during mixing.
- Variations: Customize with add-ins like cooked sausage, dried cranberries, or toasted nuts for extra flavor.
