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Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing

A classic, cozy Thanksgiving stuffing made with buttery bread cubes, onions, celery, and traditional herbs. Soft and flavorful inside with a lightly crisp golden top—just like Grandma used to make.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups day-old bread cubes white bread, sourdough, or a mix
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 celery stalks finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried sage or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups warm chicken or turkey broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until soft and fragrant.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the bread cubes.
  5. Add sage, thyme, salt, pepper, and parsley. Toss gently to combine.
  6. Slowly add warm broth, stirring until the bread is moist but not soggy.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until the top is golden.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use slightly stale bread for best texture.
  • Add cooked sausage, apples, or cranberries for variations.
  • For vegetarian stuffing, use vegetable broth.
  • If stuffing dries out, drizzle with extra warm broth before reheating.
Approx per serving: Carbs 38g – Protein 7g – Fat 15g.