Description
Grandma’s thanksgiving stuffing brings warm memories of family gatherings around a golden-brown table. Hearty bread cubes mingle with savory herbs and rich seasonings, creating a comforting side dish you’ll cherish at holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 cups dry bread cubes (homemade or store-bought)
- 12 cup butter
- 2 cups onion, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cups celery, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 large eggs
Seasonings:
- 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme (can be fresh or dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon sage (can be fresh or dried)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Liquid:
- 1 1/2 to 3 cups chicken broth (adjust amount as needed)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté aromatic vegetables in melted butter over medium heat until they become translucent and release their fragrant essence, approximately 8 minutes.
- Infuse the vegetables with a harmonious blend of poultry seasoning, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper. Introduce chicken broth to create a flavorful base, then remove from heat.
- Transfer bread cubes to a spacious mixing bowl and gently fold the herb-infused liquid into the bread, ensuring even moistening without oversaturating. Adjust liquid quantity if necessary for optimal texture.
- Prepare a baking dish by coating it with a light layer of grease, then evenly distribute the stuffing mixture to create a uniform layer.
- Slide the baking dish into a preheated 350°F oven, allowing the stuffing to transform into a golden-brown delicacy. Stir periodically during the 45-60 minute cooking process to promote even browning and prevent dry edges.
- Once achieved the perfect golden hue, remove from oven and optional sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch before presenting to eager diners.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture, ensuring the stuffing doesn’t become mushy when soaking up the broth.
- Try different bread types like sourdough or cornbread for unique flavor variations.
- Sauté vegetables until they’re just translucent to maintain their subtle crunch and fresh taste.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular bread with gluten-free bread cubes and ensure all seasonings are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 297 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 244 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg