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Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing

Classic homemade stuffing with toasted bread cubes, buttery vegetables, warm herbs, and savory broth—just like Grandma made it. Cozy, comforting, and perfect for Thanksgiving dinner.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups bread cubes stale or toasted
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 celery stalks diced
  • 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage or 1 tsp dried
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter a baking dish.
  2. Spread bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast for 15–20 minutes until dry.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet. Add onion and celery; cook until soft.
  4. Stir in sage, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes with the buttery vegetable mixture.
  6. Add broth gradually until bread is moist but not mushy.
  7. Stir in beaten eggs.
  8. Transfer stuffing to baking dish, cover with foil.
  9. Bake 30 minutes, then uncover and bake 15 more minutes.
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

• Add sausage for a richer version.
• Add apples or cranberries for sweetness.
• Add mushrooms or nuts for texture.
• Make-ahead friendly and freezer-friendly.