Description
Grandma’s Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffing is a classic, comforting side dish made with savory sautéed celery and onion, seasoned bread cubes, and moist chicken stock. This hearty stuffing is baked until golden brown, perfect for complementing your holiday turkey dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread Cubes
- 13-15 cups dry bread cubes (about 2 1-pound loaves, preferably French bread)
Vegetables and Fat
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
Seasonings and Liquids
- 2 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons poultry seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups chicken stock (low sodium recommended)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF and lightly spray a 2-quart casserole dish or a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add the chopped celery and diced yellow onion. Sauté for 10 to 12 minutes until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent browning.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm butter, onion, and celery mixture over the bread cubes and toss to coat evenly. Add the salt, ground black pepper, poultry seasoning, chicken stock, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are combined and the bread cubes are well moistened.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the bread mixture evenly into the prepared casserole or baking dish, pressing lightly to pack it evenly.
- Bake Stuffing: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the stuffing is set. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley or herbs such as rosemary for added aroma and presentation. Serve warm alongside your Thanksgiving turkey or favorite holiday meal.
Notes
- Homemade bread cubes give the best texture. Cut bread into 1 inch cubes and let them dry in a large bowl for about 48 hours, stirring occasionally. The cubes should be dry but still slightly soft to soak up the liquid well.
- When measuring bread cubes, pack them tightly into the measuring cup to get an accurate volume, not loosely filled with air gaps.
- If you prefer a drier stuffing or use store-bought crispy bread cubes, increase the amount of bread cubes slightly for balance.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
- Calories and nutrition are estimates based on standard ingredients and serving size of one-tenth of the recipe. For precise nutritional information, use your preferred nutrition calculator with your exact ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 recipe
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
