Homemade Stuffing Recipe

Homemade Stuffing transforms day-old bread cubes into golden, herb-infused comfort baked with sautéed onions, celery, and savory broth. This classic Thanksgiving side serves 8–10 in 1 hour 20 minutes total, perfect for holidays or roast chicken dinners.

Why This Recipe Works

• Day-old bread absorbs broth without mushiness.
• Butter-sautéed vegetables build deep flavor base.
• Poultry seasoning delivers traditional Thanksgiving essence.
• Eggs bind for custardy texture.
• Make-ahead and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients & Prep

• 12 cups (1 lb 4 oz loaf) day-old white bread, cubed
• ¾ cup unsalted butter, divided
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 1 large onion, diced
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp dried sage
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried marjoram
• 3½ cups chicken broth
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F; spread bread cubes on sheets, bake 45 minutes stirring occasionally until dried. Increase to 350°F later.
2. Melt ½ cup butter in skillet; sauté celery and onion 8–10 minutes until soft. Stir in parsley, sage, thyme, marjoram 1 minute.
3. Toss dried bread with vegetable mixture in large bowl.
4. Whisk eggs with broth, salt, and pepper; pour over bread and stir until evenly moistened.
5. Transfer to greased 9×13 dish; dot with remaining butter. Cover with foil; bake 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 25–30 minutes until golden.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Refrigerate up to 4 days; reheat 350°F covered. Freeze baked up to 2 months.

FAQs

Bread soggy?
Dry thoroughly and measure broth carefully.

Too dry?
Add extra broth splash before baking.

Make ahead?
Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Conclusion

Homemade Stuffing captures holiday nostalgia with buttery, herb-perfumed simplicity irresistible table essential.

Homemade Stuffing Recipe

Print Recipe

A classic homemade stuffing made with soft bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, fresh herbs, and a rich savory broth. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any comforting holiday meal.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 8 cups cubed day-old bread (white or whole wheat)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried sage
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

• 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• 2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and garlic until soft, about 5–7 minutes.
• 3. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, and rosemary.
• 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together broth and eggs, then pour over bread mixture. Toss gently until evenly moistened.
• 5. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
• 6. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until top is golden and crispy.
• 7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

• Use a mix of bread types for extra texture.
• Add cooked sausage, mushrooms, or dried cranberries for variation.
• For a lighter version, substitute half the butter with olive oil and use low-sodium broth.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 290
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 480mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 7g
• Cholesterol: 45mg

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