Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing
Delight your family this Thanksgiving with this comforting grandma’s stuffing recipe. Combining stale bread, aromatic herbs, and savory vegetables, this dish captures the essence of holiday gatherings. Its rich flavors make it the perfect accompaniment to turkey or a satisfying vegetarian option on its own. As the warm aromas fill your home, you’ll create cherished memories while enjoying every bite of this classic stuffing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups stale bread, cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp dried sage
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Tear stale bread into bite-sized pieces and let them dry on a baking sheet for about an hour or lightly toast them in the oven.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onions and celery; sauté for about five minutes until softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried bread with sautéed vegetables, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add chicken broth until the mixture is moist but not soggy.
- Transfer stuffing to a greased baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes; remove foil for the last ten minutes to achieve a golden crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding nuts or dried fruits for extra flavor and texture. For best results, let bread cubes dry out overnight to enhance flavor absorption. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.