Easy Classic Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffing

By Daniel Brooks · How To Cook Easily

Learn how to make classic Thanksgiving turkey stuffing. This easy recipe uses bread, celery, onion, sage, butter, and chicken broth for a comforting holiday side dish.

Easy Classic Thanksgiving Turkey Stuffing
Prep
20 min
Cook
45 min
Serves
10
Calories
240 per serving

About this recipe

Daniel Brooks shares his easy, classic Thanksgiving turkey stuffing recipe, focusing on simple buttery flavors. Perfect for a comforting holiday meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf (about 1 pound) day-old sturdy white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups diced yellow onion
  • 1 1/2 cups diced celery
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the bread cubes on two baking sheets and toast for 15 minutes until dry and lightly golden.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and celery for 8 minutes until soft.
  4. Stir in the garlic, sage, thyme, salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Tip the bread into a large bowl, add the vegetables, parsley, eggs and broth, and fold gently until evenly moist.
  6. Spoon into the baking dish, cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
  7. Uncover and bake 20 minutes more until golden on top.
  8. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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