Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Stuffing
This traditional Thanksgiving stuffing brings the heart of the holidays to your table with crusty sourdough bread, aromatic herbs, and a savory vegetable base. By carefully drying the bread and building depth with sautéed onions and celery in rich butter, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of a crunchy, golden exterior and a tender, moist interior. It is a reliable, comforting classic that pairs beautifully with roasted poultry and is sure to become a staple in your family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 65
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 lb sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups yellow onions, finely diced
2 cups celery stalks, thinly sliced
3 tbsp fresh sage, minced
1 tbsp fresh thyme, leaves stripped
3 cups vegetable broth
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp kosher salt
0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Spread the sourdough cubes onto two large baking sheets in a single layer.
Bake the cubes for 15 minutes until they feel completely dry and firm.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onions and sliced celery to the skillet and sauté until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the fresh sage and thyme, cooking for another minute until aromatic.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, eggs, salt, and pepper.
Add the dried bread cubes to a large bowl, pour the vegetable-butter mixture and the broth mixture over them.
Toss gently until the liquid is evenly absorbed by the bread.
Transfer the mixture to a buttered baking dish and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top.
Notes
Use high-quality European style butter for a richer flavor. If the bread is not dry enough, increase the drying time in the oven. Low-sodium broth is recommended to better control the final salt level. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 65mg