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A close-up shot of homemade Thanksgiving stuffing in a white baking dish, showcasing its golden-brown, crispy top and visible pieces of celery and herbs. This is one of many delicious thanksgiving recipes for a holiday feast.

Delicious Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

This homemade Thanksgiving stuffing recipe is Grandma’s classic – savory, aromatic, and perfectly textured. Made with toasted bread, sautéed onions, celery, fresh herbs, and broth, it’s the ultimate holiday side dish everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 cups cubed sourdough or French bread day-old or lightly toasted
  • 1 large onion finely diced
  • 2 cups celery finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh sage chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth warmed
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast bread cubes for 10–15 minutes until lightly golden and dry if not using day-old bread.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery, cook 5–7 minutes until soft and fragrant. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Add sautéed vegetables and fresh herbs. Toss gently. Gradually pour in warm broth, 1 cup at a time, mixing until evenly moistened (you may not need all 4 cups).
  4. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Transfer mixture into dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden and crisp on top.
  5. Cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Always use dry bread cubes for the best texture. Add broth gradually to avoid soggy stuffing. Bake covered first for a moist interior, then uncovered for a crispy golden top.