Ultimate Homemade Stuffing

This classic turkey stuffing recipe is a timeless favorite that guarantees delicious results every time.

Ingredients for Turkey Stuffing

Chances are, you already have most of the ingredients needed for this stuffing recipe in your pantry. If not, here's what to pick up next time you're at the store:

· Bread: This traditional turkey stuffing recipe begins with lightly toasted white bread.
· Butter: Adds a rich, creamy texture and enhances the overall flavor.
· Vegetables: One chopped onion and two stalks of celery provide savory flavor and a nice crunch.
· Broth: Chicken broth keeps the stuffing moist without making it too soggy.
· Eggs: Two beaten eggs help bind the stuffing together and add extra moisture.
· Water: Add a few tablespoons of water if you need to adjust the consistency to your liking.
· Seasonings: This stuffing gets its flavor from a blend of salt, pepper, sage, and garlic powder.

How to Prepare Turkey Stuffing

The full recipe is below, but here's a quick look at what you can expect when making this classic stuffing:

1. Prepare Bread Crumbs: Lay out the toasted bread slices on baking sheets. Let them sit at room temperature for about 24 hours until they become hard. Once hardened, crush them using a rolling pin and place the crumbs in a large bowl.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Melt butter in a saucepan, then add the chopped onion and celery. Cook while stirring until soft. Remove from heat and drain.
3. Combine Ingredients: Pour the broth and beaten eggs into the bread crumbs. Stir until the mixture is moist, but not overly wet. Add in the sautéed vegetables and seasonings.
4. Bake the Stuffing: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown and crispy.

How to Store Turkey Dressing

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. To reheat, warm them gently in the microwave or oven.

Can You Freeze Turkey Stuffing?

Absolutely, this stuffing freezes well. For best results, portion it out and place in zip-top freezer bags or another freezer-safe container. For added protection, wrap it in foil. It will stay good in the freezer for three to six months. Reheat directly in the oven from frozen.

Dinogo Community Tips and Feedback

"This recipe was a hit with my family," says Patsy Snyder Hennessey. "I should have made more because they devoured it. The only tweak I made was basting the stuffing a few times with turkey drippings from the bird I roasted earlier."

"This stuffing recipe was fantastic," says PRAIRIEMOMMY. "It was so simple to make and incredibly flavorful – we baked it inside a turkey and it turned out absolutely perfect."

"Fantastic!" says jofus109. "It was super easy to prepare. I halved the recipe, skipped the sage, and added some chopped apple and pecans for extra flavor. The combination of tastes and textures was amazing."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients List

• 30 slices white bread, lightly toasted

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 large onion, finely chopped

• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

• 2 tablespoons water, or as needed (Optional)

• 2 teaspoons rubbed sage

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Place the toasted bread slices on baking sheets and allow them to sit at room temperature until they become firm, which will take about 24 hours.

Once the bread slices have hardened, gather all the required ingredients for the stuffing.

Use a rolling pin to crush the bread slices into crumbs. Then, transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the chopped onion and celery, cooking and stirring for 5 to 7 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and drain any excess liquid.

Pour chicken broth and beaten eggs into the bread crumbs, mixing until the mixture is evenly moistened but not soggy. Add water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Stir in the cooked onion and celery, along with sage, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper.

Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down gently to even it out.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and crisp.

Serve while hot and enjoy the delicious flavors!

Nutrition Information (per serving)