Easy Stuffing Recipes
Stuffing is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any holiday or a cozy family dinner. From classic savory stuffing to creative spins on this traditional dish, these easy stuffing recipes will add flavor to your table.
➡ Classic Stuffing Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
↪ Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, cooked vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, pepper, and parsley.
4. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture, stirring gently to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add more broth until it’s moist but not soggy.
5. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.
6. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
7. Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.
➡ Sausage Stuffing Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
1/2 lb sausage, casing removed
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
↪ Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onion, celery, and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, sausage, cooked vegetables, rosemary, sage, salt, pepper, and parsley.
5. Pour the chicken broth over the bread mixture, stirring to combine. If the mixture seems dry, add a bit more broth.
6. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.
7. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until golden and crispy on top.
8. Serve hot and enjoy as a savory side dish.
➡ Apple and Cranberry Stuffing Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 apple, peeled and diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
↪ Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and apple, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the cranberries, cinnamon, sage, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread with the vegetable mixture.
5. Pour the vegetable broth over the bread mixture and toss to coat.
6. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
➡ Cornbread Stuffing Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 batch of cornbread, cubed (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
↪ Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed cornbread, cooked vegetables, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture and stir until it’s evenly moistened.
5. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until golden and crispy on top.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
➡ Mushroom Stuffing Recipe
↪ Ingredients
1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed
1/2 lb mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
↪ Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms release their moisture and soften, about 8-10 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, cooked mushrooms, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the vegetable broth over the bread mixture, stirring until it’s evenly moistened.
5. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until golden and crispy on top.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
➡ Tips and Swap Ideas:
You can use whole wheat bread or gluten-free bread for a healthier or allergy-friendly version of stuffing.
If you prefer a crispier texture, uncover the stuffing during the last 10 minutes of baking.
To make stuffing extra rich, add crumbled cooked bacon or pancetta to the mix.
For added sweetness in the Apple and Cranberry Stuffing, toss in some chopped pecans or walnuts.
Use chicken broth for extra flavor, or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version of any stuffing recipe.
Stuffing can be made in countless ways to suit any taste. Whether you love savory sausage stuffing or enjoy the sweetness of cranberries and apples, these easy stuffing recipes will be perfect additions to your holiday or everyday meals. Enjoy!
