Grandma’s Recipes: Homemade Stuffing

Grandma’s Homemade Stuffing Recipe (Classic Style)

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of bread (white, wheat, or a mix; slightly stale works best)

• 1/2 cup butter (or more, to taste)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 3 celery stalks, finely chopped

• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

• 1-2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 2 large eggs (optional for binding)

• 1 tsp poultry seasoning

• 1 tsp dried sage

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins (optional for sweetness and crunch)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Bread:

• Tear or cut the bread into bite-sized cubes.

• Spread it out on a baking sheet and let it sit overnight to dry, or toast it lightly in a 300°F oven for 10-15 minutes.

2. Cook the Aromatics:

• In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

• Sauté the onions and celery until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic if using and cook for another minute.

• Stir in poultry seasoning, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Mix the Stuffing:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, and fresh parsley.

• Add chopped nuts or raisins if desired.

4. Moisten the Mixture:

• Gradually pour in the broth, a little at a time, until the bread is moist but not soggy. (You may not need all the broth.)

• If using eggs, beat them and mix them in at this stage for a more cohesive stuffing.

5. Bake the Stuffing:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F.

• Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Let the stuffing sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Feel free to tweak this recipe to match the flavors you remember from your grandmother’s version!

* I like to add diced apples or dried cranberries to my stuffing💚

• Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to crisp the top.