Description
This Best Stuffing Recipe for Thanksgiving is the ultimate holiday side dish. Made with toasted bread, sautéed vegetables, fresh herbs, and savory broth, it’s moist inside with a perfectly crisp top. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any holiday feast, this classic stuffing is easy to customize and make ahead.
Ingredients
12 cups cubed day-old bread
1 cup unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, chopped
4 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
2 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 large eggs
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Cube the bread into 1-inch pieces and let it dry overnight, or toast at 300°F for 20-30 minutes until crisp.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery; cook for about 10 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic, sage, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until fragrant.
4. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes and vegetable mixture.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together broth and eggs. Pour this over the bread mixture and toss gently to combine.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.
8. Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
9. Serve hot or warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
Let the bread dry fully to avoid sogginess.
Fresh herbs provide the best flavor—don’t skip them!
For extra flavor, add sausage, apples, or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg