Best 5 My Familys Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes evoke the warmth and comfort of a family gathering like bread stuffing. This versatile side dish, often associated with holiday feasts, has a rich history and countless variations. Our collection of bread stuffing recipes takes you on a journey of flavors, textures, and traditions. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative twists that add a modern flair, we have something for every taste and occasion. Whether you prefer a moist and savory stuffing brimming with herbs and spices, a crispy and golden-brown crust, or a combination of both, our recipes will guide you to create a memorable bread stuffing that will steal the show at your next gathering.

**Classic Bread Stuffing**: This timeless recipe is a staple in many families, featuring a blend of white bread cubes, savory herbs, and aromatic spices. The result is a moist and flavorful stuffing that perfectly complements turkey, chicken, or pork.

**Cornbread Stuffing**: For a Southern twist, try our cornbread stuffing. This recipe combines cornbread cubes with a medley of vegetables, sausage, and a hint of sweetness. The result is a hearty and flavorful stuffing that adds a touch of Southern charm to your holiday table.

**Wild Rice Stuffing**: This unique stuffing recipe incorporates wild rice, mushrooms, and nuts for a nutty and earthy flavor. The addition of dried cranberries adds a touch of sweetness and tartness, making this stuffing a delightful accompaniment to roasted meats.

**Apple Sausage Stuffing**: This flavorful stuffing combines ground sausage, crisp apples, and a blend of spices. The apples add a sweet and tangy twist, while the sausage provides a savory richness. This stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

**Vegetarian Stuffing**: For those who prefer a meatless option, our vegetarian stuffing is packed with a variety of vegetables, including mushrooms, celery, and carrots. The addition of dried apricots and walnuts adds a touch of sweetness and crunch. This stuffing is a delicious and satisfying alternative to traditional meat-based stuffings.

With these diverse bread stuffing recipes, you'll have a crowd-pleasing side dish that will make your next meal unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process, ensuring that your bread stuffing turns out perfectly every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST STUFFING RECIPE



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An Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing is a classic recipe for stuffing made with bread cubes, sauteed onions, celery, and butter.

Provided by Kristen Chidsey

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter (plus more for greasing pan)
1 large onion (diced)
3 celery stalks (chopped)
3 sprigs fresh thyme leaves (stems discarded)
1 pound bread (cubed)
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and arrange it onto a baking sheet. Allow the bread to dry out for 3-12 hours.
  • Grease an 8x8 or 2-quart baking dish with butter. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt 1/4 cup (or 1/2 stick) butter in a large heavy-bottomed skillet, over medium-low heat.
  • Add onions, celery, and fresh thyme leaves to the skillet. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute veggies until softened slightly, about 7 minutes.
  • Place the bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Add in the sauteed veggies and another pinch of salt and pepper. Toss well.
  • Add in the chicken stock, 1 cup at a time, and toss until bread cubes are moistened completely. You want the bread to be wet and softened, but not drenched in liquid or soggy. You may not use all the liquid.
  • Pour the prepared stuffing into the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes covered. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 588 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MY FAMILY'S OLD FASHIONED BREAD STUFFING



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When my parent's married in 1949, my grandma Frieda gave mom her stuffing recipe. It is plain, and simple, very basic, but for 64 years we have been eating this version stuffing for Thanksgiving. Once or twice I tried adding sausage, or tweaking the recipe, but I have always gone back to the original. Here is the original...

Provided by Carol Perricone

Categories     Side Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c butter (1 stick) melted
12 c white bread, toasted and cubed (about 3-1 lb loaves)
1 c finely chopped onion
3 c finely chopped celery
fresh parsley or dried parsley, to taste
1 Tbsp salt
1 Tbsp poultry seasoning
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 eggs, slightly beaten
NOTE: DO NOT STUFF THE TURKEY OVERNIGHT. IF MAKING STUFFING THE DAY BEFORE, REFRIGERATE OVERNIGHT, THEN STUFF THE TURKEY IN THE MORNING. ALSO; DON'T ADD THE EGGS TO THE STUFFING UNTIL RIGHT BEFORE BAKING IT, OR STUFFING THE TURKEY.

Steps:

  • 1. Toast your bread, then slice it into bite sized cubes and put in a large mixing bowl.
  • 2. Add the seasonings to cubed bread and toss lightly.
  • 3. Add butter to a large saute pan, add onions and celery, and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add to the bread mixture, and mix well.
  • 4. If baking right away, add egg to bread mixture, then put all of the stuffing into a 3 qt. baking dish, and cook for 1 hour, covered, until hot. (If you like crispy stuffing, remove cover for the last 15 minutes of cooking. NOTE: If baking the stuffing set your oven at 350 degrees.

OLD FASHIONED STUFFING



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This is my grandmother's old-fashioned bread stuffing recipe. It may be cooked as directed, or inside the turkey. It's enough to stuff a very large bird.

Provided by LYNN BECKER

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time P1DT1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

30 slices white bread, lightly toasted
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Allow the toasted bread to sit approximately 24 hours, until hard.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Crush the bread into crumbs with a rolling pin. Place the crumbs in a large bowl.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion and celery and slowly cook until soft. Remove from heat and drain.
  • Mix the eggs and chicken broth into the bread crumbs. The mixture should be moist, but not mushy. Use water, if necessary, to attain desired consistency. Mix in the onion, celery, rubbed sage, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Press the mixture into the baking dish. Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until the top is brown and crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 228.4 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

HOMEMADE BREAD STUFFING



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This is a recipe that I have used for years, but with my own little tweaks added to it. Loved by all every time we make it. We usually double this recipe.

Provided by Mary Guilds

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
¾ cup chopped onion
1 ½ cups chopped celery with leaves
9 cups soft bread cubes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until; saute onion and celery in hot butter until onion is soft, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Put bread cubes in a large bowl. Season bread with salt, sage, thyme, poultry seasoning, and black pepper. Add onion mixture to bread cubes; stir. Pour bread mixture into a large casserole dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and hot, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 515.9 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

MOM'S OLD FASHION BREAD STUFFING



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This is our oldest family recipe. It is the essential stuffing and is the taste of our family meals.

Provided by mrsteacher22

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 12-14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
12 cups dry breadcrumbs
1 cup chicken broth
1 egg, beaten
milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a large skillet cook celery and onion in melted butter over medium heat until tender, but do not let get brown. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in seasoning and lemon pepper.
  • Place bread cubes in a large bowl; add onion mixture and beaten egg.
  • Drizzle with enough chicken broth to moisten; toss lightly to combine. Add a little milk for flavoring.
  • Spoon stuffing into neck and body cavities of the turkey.
  • If you have some leftover, place it in a buttered casserole dish. Bake covered for 30-45 minutes or until heated through. You will want to add more chicken broth so that it isn't so dry. When it cooks inside the turkey it gets very moist, but in a baking dish it gets dry.
  • Recipe makes enough for a 15 pound bird.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.5, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 38, Sodium 925, Carbohydrate 79.7, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 7.6, Protein 15.7

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your stuffing. Look for high-quality bread, fresh herbs, and flavorful vegetables.
  • Don't overstuff the bird: Stuffing can absorb a lot of moisture from the turkey, so it's important not to overstuff the bird. Aim to fill the cavity loosely, leaving some room for the stuffing to expand.
  • Cook the stuffing thoroughly: To ensure that the stuffing is safe to eat, it's important to cook it thoroughly. The internal temperature of the stuffing should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • Let the stuffing rest before serving: After cooking, let the stuffing rest for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the stuffing to firm up.

Conclusion:

My family's old-fashioned bread stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, this stuffing is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive stuffing recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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