Description
Delightful Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing brings nostalgic comfort from generations of family kitchens. Savory herbs, crisp bread cubes, and rich flavors blend seamlessly, promising you a delicious journey through cherished holiday memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 1 loaf (16 ounces / 453 grams) day-old bread, cubed (white, sourdough, or French bread)
Protein and Liquid Base:
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 ½ cups (600 milliliters) chicken or turkey broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- ½ cup (115 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Transform bread cubes into a crisp, uniform texture by arranging them on a baking sheet and gently toasting in a low-temperature oven until completely dried, ensuring each cube maintains its structural integrity without browning.
- Craft a flavor foundation by sautéing diced onions and celery in rich, melted butter, allowing the vegetables to soften and release their aromatic essence. Incorporate minced garlic during the final moments of cooking to enhance the base’s complexity.
- Merge the toasted bread cubes with the fragrant vegetable medley, creating a harmonious blend. Sprinkle an array of herbs – parsley, sage, thyme, and rosemary – along with salt and pepper, delicately folding to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Introduce moisture gradually by pouring warm broth over the bread mixture, gently stirring to achieve a balanced hydration without oversaturating. Whisk eggs into the blend, ensuring they seamlessly integrate and provide a luxurious binding texture.
- Prepare a baking vessel by lightly greasing it, then transfer the stuffing mixture, spreading it uniformly to promote consistent cooking. Shield with aluminum foil during initial baking to retain moisture, then unveil to create a golden, crisp exterior.
- Allow the stuffing to rest momentarily after emerging from the oven, enabling flavors to settle and stabilize. Optionally, garnish with fresh herb sprigs to elevate the visual and aromatic presentation before serving.
Notes
- Toast bread cubes carefully to achieve the perfect dry texture without burning, ensuring a crisp and flavorful base for the stuffing.
- Sauté vegetables until they’re just soft and translucent, releasing their natural sweetness and creating a rich aromatic foundation.
- Control moisture by adding broth gradually, checking the consistency to prevent soggy or dry stuffing – aim for a moist but not wet texture.
- Experiment with different bread types like sourdough, cornbread, or gluten-free alternatives to customize the recipe for various dietary needs and flavor preferences.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg