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Grandma’s Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing

Grandma’s Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing

This classic Thanksgiving stuffing is filled with fragrant fresh herbs, buttery sautéed vegetables, and perfectly seasoned toasted bread cubes. Warm, comforting, and irresistibly aromatic, it’s the nostalgic holiday side dish everyone looks forward to.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups cubed sourdough or French bread
  • 1 large onion, finely diced
  • 2 cups celery, finely chopped 3–4 stalks
  • 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cube the bread and dry it overnight or toast it until lightly crisp.
  2. Chop the onion, celery, and fresh herbs finely.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook 5–7 minutes until soft. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Pour sautéed vegetables over them, add herbs, season again, and gradually pour in warm broth while stirring until evenly moistened.
  5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake 15 minutes more until golden and crisp on top.
  6. Let the stuffing rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added texture, mix in toasted walnuts or dried cranberries. If you prefer a softer stuffing, add an extra splash of warm broth before baking.