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Close up of Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe with crispy bread cubes and fresh thyme
Callie Brooks

Thanksgiving Stuffing from Scratch

A savory, aromatic, and nostalgic stuffing made with toasted bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and herbs — the ultimate side dish for your Thanksgiving table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf (1.5 lbs) day-old bread, cubed (French, sourdough, or white)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (or olive oil)
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried sage (or 2–3 tsp fresh)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2–3 cups chicken or turkey broth, warmed (or vegetable broth)
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley (optional)
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • baking sheet for drying bread
  • large skillet for sautéing vegetables
  • large mixing bowl for combining ingredients
  • 9x13-inch baking dish for baking the stuffing
  • foil for covering during baking

Method
 

  1. Spread cubed bread on a baking sheet and let dry overnight, or bake at 250°F for 15–20 minutes until crisp.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet. Sauté onion and celery for 8–10 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, sage, thyme, and rosemary.
  3. Place dried bread cubes in a large bowl. Toss with sautéed vegetables and parsley (if using).
  4. Pour beaten eggs over the bread. Slowly add warm broth while gently tossing until evenly moistened but not soggy.
  5. Transfer stuffing to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes covered. Remove foil and bake another 20–30 minutes until golden and crisp on top.
  7. Let rest for a few minutes before serving alongside your holiday meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 410IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For variation, add cooked sausage, chestnuts, mushrooms, dried cranberries, or chopped apples before baking. Always dry the bread thoroughly for best texture. Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.

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