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Grandma's Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe That Wins Every Time

This is a traditional Thanksgiving stuffing recipe that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It evokes warmth, nostalgia, and the comforting essence of holiday cooking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Drying Bread 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 16 cups
Course: Holiday, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread Cubes
  • 16 cups dry bread cubes (about 3 large loaves of bread)
For the Stuffing
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups onion 1/2" diced
  • 2 cups celery 1/2" diced
  • 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme fresh chopped or dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon sage fresh chopped or dried
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Serrated bread knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • Small bowl
  • Large bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F. Using a serrated bread knife, cut the bread into 1/2" to 3/4" cubes. Lay the cubes on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for about 1 hour, tossing them a few times, until they are dried through. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and celery. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender and translucent, about 8 minutes.
  3. Add the poultry seasoning, thyme, sage, salt, pepper, and 1.5 cups of chicken broth to the pot. Stir to combine. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, then stir them into the onion mixture.
  4. Place the dry bread cubes in a large bowl. Pour the chicken broth and onion mixture over the bread. Gently fold everything together. The stuffing should be moist but not have any standing liquid. If it seems dry, add up to 1/2 cup more chicken broth.
  5. Spray a 9" x 13" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Spread the stuffing evenly in the dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes. Stir gently every 15-20 minutes until the top is lightly golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven. Top with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is a cherished family favorite, passed down through generations. It's designed to be simple, comforting, and delicious, bringing warmth and togetherness to your holiday table.

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