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Traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing

A warm, buttery stuffing that brings comfort and nostalgia, perfect for Thanksgiving dinner or any festive occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf 1 loaf of bread, cubed
  • 1 cup 1 cup unsalted butter Use unsalted butter so you can control the salt.
  • 1 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cups 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon sage, dried or fresh
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon thyme, dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon rosemary, dried or fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Gather your ingredients and cube the bread so the edges dry a bit.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and celery. Cook until softened and slightly golden.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread with the cooked vegetables.
  4. Pour the broth over the bread mixture, then add sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
Serving
  1. Serve warm as a side dish for Thanksgiving dinner.

Notes

Cube the bread a day ahead to let it dry out. For soggy stuffing, stir in a few extra bread cubes. Add cranberries or apple for flavor twists.