Easy Stuffing Recipe
When it comes to Thanksgiving, there’s one dish my wife and I can’t imagine our holiday table without: a classic, flavorful stuffing. Growing up in vegetarian households, we often faced limited options, but stuffing was always the highlight, thanks to its ability to be easily tailored to a meat-free lifestyle. Over the years, we’ve created our own version of this traditional dish, loaded with fresh herbs, savory vegetables, and the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Now, we’re excited to share our tried-and-true recipe that will have your guests coming back for seconds!
Table of Contents
- About Stuffing Recipe
- Why You’ll Enjoy This Recipe
- What Is In Our Stuffing Recipe
- How To Make Stuffing Recipe?
- Have It Your Way
- Nutritional Facts
- Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Easy Stuffing Recipe
About Stuffing Recipe
Stuffing, also known as “dressing” in some regions, has deep cultural roots in holiday meals. Traditionally made with bread, herbs, and often meat-based broth, this dish has evolved over generations. Our vegetarian stuffing is packed with rich flavors like sautéed onions, celery, garlic, and a medley of fresh herbs. We use a vegetable broth to keep it moist and flavorful while still maintaining a hearty, satisfying texture. It’s a recipe that celebrates all the familiar, comforting flavors of the holidays without any animal products.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Recipe
- Classic Flavors: This stuffing delivers the savory, herby flavors you crave during the holiday season.
- Customizable: Make it gluten-free, nut-free, or vegan by swapping out a few ingredients.
- Easy to Prepare: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this a stress-free side dish.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Even meat-eaters will enjoy this flavorful and hearty stuffing!
What Is In Our Stuffing Recipe
This delightful dish includes:
- Stale Bread Cubes: Use a crusty bread like sourdough or a rustic loaf for the best texture.
- Onions & Celery: The aromatic base that adds depth of flavor.
- Garlic: Adds a subtle, savory kick.
- Fresh Herbs: A blend of parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme gives the stuffing an earthy, holiday feel.
- Vegetable Broth: Keeps the stuffing moist and flavorful.
- Butter or Vegan Alternative: Adds richness and helps brown the top to perfection.
How To Make Stuffing Recipe?
- Cut the bread into cubes of your desired size, put them on a baking sheet, and dry them in the oven on “warm” or around 175 F. This could be done overnight, but generally takes 2-3 hours.
- Remove the bread from the oven, and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Then add the Onion and Celery mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a pan over medium low heat, add butter and allow it to melt. Then add half of the chopped Sage and Thyme, and allow them to infuse the melted butter. Then add the chopped Onions and Celery, 1 tsp salt and black pepper, and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the rawness is eliminated.
- Slowly pour 1 cup of Vegetable broth/stock to the mixing bowl, and mix until the liquid is absorbed. Then add the second cup of Vegetable broth/stock and mix until that is absorbed. Add salt and Black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a baking dish, and bake at 350 Degrees F for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy 🙂
Have It Your Way
- Make it Vegan: Use vegan butter and ensure your bread is egg-free and dairy-free.
- Add a Crunch: Toss in chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for texture.
- Gluten-Free Option: Swap regular bread for a gluten-free variety.
- Add Fruit: Diced apples or dried cranberries can bring a touch of sweetness to the savory mix.
Nutritional Facts
Our vegetarian stuffing is a good source of fiber from the bread and vegetables, and fresh herbs add antioxidants to the dish. Each serving is relatively low in calories compared to other holiday sides, making it a wholesome addition to your meal.
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Easy Sweet Potato Casserole With Marshmallows and Pecans
- Creamy Mashed Potatoes: A Comfort Food Classic
- Homemade Cranberry Sauce
- French Onion Green Beans Casserole
- Vegan Mac And Cheese
Easy Stuffing Recipe
Easy Stuffing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Loaf of French Country Bread or Hearty Italian
- 2 Cups Vegetable Stock
- 3 Celery Stalks
- 1 Large Sweet Onion
- 2 Tbsp. Cooking Oil
- 4 Tbsp. Vegan Butter or Butter
- 3 Tbsp. Fresh Thyme 1 Tbsp. Dried
- 3 Tbsp Fresh Sage 1 Tbsp. Dried
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the bread into cubes of your desired size, put them on a baking sheet, and dry them in the oven on “warm” or around 175 F. This could be done overnight, but generally takes 2-3 hours.
- Remove the bread from the oven, and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Then add the Onion and Celery mixture.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a pan over medium low heat, add butter and allow it to melt. Then add half of the chopped Sage and Thyme, and allow them to infuse the melted butter. Then add the chopped Onions and Celery, 1 tsp salt and black pepper, and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the rawness is eliminated.
- Slowly pour 1 cup of Vegetable broth/stock to the mixing bowl, and mix until the liquid is absorbed. Then add the second cup of Vegetable broth/stock and mix until that is absorbed. Add salt and Black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a baking dish, and bake at 350 Degrees F for 25-30 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy 🙂
Notes
- For a crispier texture, bake your stuffing uncovered. If you prefer a more moist consistency, cover with foil during baking.
- Make sure to dry out your bread cubes ahead of time to prevent a soggy stuffing.
- Taste your mixture before baking to adjust the seasoning as needed.
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