The holidays are just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start thinking about what dishes to serve at your gatherings. One classic favorite that never goes out of style is a warm, savory bread stuffing straight from the oven. But why stick with the same old recipe year after year? This year, shake things up with one (or two, or three…) of these 18 mouth-watering bread stuffing recipes. From classic herb and sausage to more adventurous options like wild rice and caramelized onion, we’ve got a recipe for every taste and texture. So go ahead, get creative in the kitchen, and make this holiday season one to remember!
Classic Herb Bread Stuffing
A timeless favorite, this stuffing recipe combines the warmth of herbs with the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread.
Ingredients:
– 1 loaf of white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/2 cup fresh thyme, chopped
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
3. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, melted butter, sautéed onion and garlic mixture, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the bread is evenly coated.
4. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Sausage and Apple Bread Stuffing
A savory twist on traditional bread stuffing, this recipe combines the flavors of sausage, apples, and herbs for a delicious side dish perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
– 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried sage
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking apart with a spoon as it cooks, until browned and cooked through.
3. Add apples, onion, garlic, and sage to the skillet and cook until apples are tender.
4. In a large bowl, combine bread, sausage mixture, and melted butter. Mix until bread is evenly coated.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Transfer stuffing to a 9×13-inch baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly toasted.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Cranberry Walnut Bread Stuffing
Cranberry Walnut Bread Stuffing Recipe
A sweet and savory twist on traditional bread stuffing, this Cranberry Walnut recipe combines the warmth of bread with the tartness of cranberries and the crunch of walnuts.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
– 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the bread cubes in butter until lightly toasted.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together cranberries, walnuts, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and toss until well combined.
5. Stuff the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish or a turkey cavity (if cooking a turkey).
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Cornbread and Sage Stuffing
This savory stuffing combines the warmth of cornbread with the earthy flavor of sage, perfect for a cozy fall or winter gathering.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cornbread crumbs
– 2 cups stale bread, cut into small pieces
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage leaves
– 1/4 cup butter, melted
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and celery in butter until tender.
3. Add the cornbread crumbs, bread pieces, and sage leaves to the skillet. Toss until well combined.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Mushroom and Thyme Bread Stuffing
Elevate your holiday meals with this savory stuffing recipe featuring the earthy flavors of mushrooms and thyme.
Ingredients:
– 1 loaf stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 4 cups)
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 cups mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, shiitake), sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 teaspoons dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and sliced mushrooms in melted butter until softened.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, mushroom mixture, thyme, salt, and pepper.
5. Mix well to combine.
6. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cooking Time:
– Bakes in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top.
– Serve warm.
Bacon and Onion Bread Stuffing
This savory bread stuffing combines the sweetness of caramelized onions with the smokiness of crispy bacon, perfect for a holiday meal.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 6 slices of cooked bacon, crumbled
– 1 large onion, caramelized (see note)
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, sauté the bread cubes in butter until lightly toasted.
3. Add crumbled bacon, caramelized onion, and thyme to the skillet. Mix well.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Stuff the mixture into a turkey or use as a side dish.
Cooking Time:
– 30-40 minutes for a stuffed turkey
– 20-25 minutes for a side dish
Note: To caramelize onions, cook 1 large onion in 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-low heat for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
Wild Rice and Bread Stuffing
This savory stuffing combines the earthy flavor of wild rice with the comfort of homemade bread, perfect for your next holiday meal.
Ingredients:
• 1 cup wild rice
• 2 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
3. Add the wild rice, bread cubes, butter, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until the bread is lightly toasted.
4. Stir in the dried sage.
5. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Rosemary Garlic Bread Stuffing
Rosemary Garlic Bread Stuffing Recipe
Elevate your holiday meal with this aromatic and flavorful bread stuffing infused with the essence of rosemary and garlic.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped rosemary and cook for an additional minute.
4. Add the bread cubes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Toss until the bread is evenly coated with the herb mixture.
5. In a large bowl, combine the bread mixture, chopped onion, and chicken broth. Mix until the bread is well coated.
6. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Caramelized Onion and Gruyere Bread Stuffing
This savory stuffing is perfect for the holiday season, combining the sweetness of caramelized onions with the nutty flavor of Gruyère cheese. Serve it alongside roasted meats or as a side dish.
Ingredients:
– 1 large onion, thinly sliced
– 2 tablespoons butter
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the sliced onions over medium-low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are caramelized and golden brown.
3. Add the butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet; cook for an additional minute.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Gruyère cheese, and chicken broth. Mix well.
5. Add the cooked onion mixture to the breadcrumb mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Stuff the mixture into a pre-baked bread loaf or use as a side dish.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Apple and Sage Bread Stuffing
This autumnal stuffing combines the warmth of sage with the sweetness of apples, all wrapped up in a crispy bread package.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and melted butter until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the diced apples, chopped sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
4. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and apple mixture. Toss until the bread is evenly coated.
5. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bread is crispy.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Chestnut and Bread Stuffing
A classic winter stuffing recipe that combines the natural sweetness of chestnuts with the warmth of bread, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup dried chestnuts, rehydrated in water or chicken broth
– 2 cups stale white bread, cut into small cubes
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and celery in butter until softened.
3. Add the rehydrated chestnuts, bread cubes, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix well.
4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the stuffing is heated through.
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Spinach and Feta Bread Stuffing
A flavorful and aromatic stuffing that combines the freshness of spinach with the tanginess of feta, perfect for your next holiday feast.
Ingredients:
– 1 loaf of Italian bread (about 12 inches), torn into 1-inch pieces
– 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add the chopped garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked spinach mixture, crumbled feta cheese, torn bread pieces, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
6. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Pumpkin and Sage Bread Stuffing
This savory stuffing combines the warmth of pumpkin with the earthy flavor of sage, perfect for a Thanksgiving or fall-themed dinner.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage leaves
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped onion and melted butter until softened.
3. Add the pumpkin puree, sage leaves, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to the skillet; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked mixture with the bread cubes.
5. Toss until the bread is evenly coated with the pumpkin-sage mixture.
Cooking Time:
– Stuffing can be baked in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Oyster Bread Stuffing
This delectable stuffing recipe combines the brininess of oysters with the warm, comforting flavors of bread and herbs. Perfect for a holiday feast or special occasion.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons butter, melted
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh thyme
– 1/2 cup oysters, shucked and drained
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, sauté garlic and herbs in butter until fragrant.
3. Add bread cubes and cook until lightly toasted, stirring frequently.
4. Stir in oysters and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Bread Stuffing
Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Bread Stuffing Recipe
This recipe combines the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil with soft, fluffy bread to create a delicious stuffing perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bread cubes and cook until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Add the chicken broth to the bread mixture and stir until the bread is evenly coated.
5. Stir in the tomato-basil mixture.
6. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Maple Pecan Bread Stuffing
Elevate your holiday meal with this sweet and savory stuffing recipe featuring the flavors of maple and pecans.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 1/4 cup celery, diced
– 1/4 cup onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, sauté the celery, onion, and garlic until tender.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, maple syrup, and chopped pecans.
4. Add the bread cubes to the wet ingredients and toss until coated.
5. Fold in the sautéed vegetables and poultry seasoning.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly toasted.
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing
Elevate your holiday meal with a flavorful twist on traditional stuffing – this Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread Stuffing combines the warmth of cornbread with the spicy kick of jalapeños and melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cornbread, crumbled
– 1/2 cup chopped jalapeño peppers
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeño peppers and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, melted butter, grated cheddar cheese, and chicken broth. Mix well.
4. Add the cooked jalapeños to the cornbread mixture and stir until combined.
5. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a baking dish and dot with additional butter if desired.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Bread Stuffing
Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Bread Stuffing Recipe
This savory stuffing recipe combines the rich flavors of roasted garlic and Parmesan cheese with toasted bread, perfect for a holiday meal or special occasion.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups stale white bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 heads of garlic, separated into individual cloves
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Toss bread cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, spreading evenly on a baking sheet.
3. Roast garlic cloves in the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
4. In a large skillet, sauté roasted garlic with thyme until fragrant.
5. Add bread cubes to the skillet, stirring until coated with garlic mixture.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until well combined.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cooking Time:
– 20-25 minutes for roasting garlic
– 10-15 minutes for toasting bread
Summary
Get ready to elevate your holiday meals with these 18 savory bread stuffing recipes! From classic herb and sausage-apple combinations to more adventurous options like mushroom-thyme and bacon-onion, there’s something for everyone. Try adding some cornbread and sage or wild rice and bread for a twist on traditional stuffing. Or go bold with caramelized onion and Gruyere or jalapeño cheddar cornbread. Whether you’re a fan of sweet or savory, these recipes will help you create the perfect side dish for your next gathering.
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