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    Home » Side Dishes » Homemade Stuffing Recipe

    Published: Oct 28, 2020 · Modified: Nov 13, 2020 by Lisa · This post may contain affiliate links, which means we make a small commission off items you purchase at no additional cost to you.

    Homemade Stuffing Recipe

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    Stuffing in white pan with spoon.
    White Pan filled with cooked stuffing.
    Cooked stuffing in pan with scoop out.
    Stuffing in white pan with spoon.

    Don't let the holidays stress you out! Making dressing is a snap! This Homemade Stuffing Recipe (just like mom used to make) feeds 6 or can be easily doubled (or tripled) to feed a crowd!

    Large white dish filled with bread cubes, apples and sage. this recipe

    Raise your hand if you are hosting the holidays this year! Your search for the perfect Thanksgiving dressing recipe is over.

    Any other stuffing lovers out there? Or is it dressing? Whatever you choose to call it, this Homemade Stuffing recipe with apples and sage is one of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes!

    To be honest, this recipe is so good we don't save it just for the holidays, I love to make it as a side dish with roasted chicken, too. Whenever I'm feeling a little nostalgic and want some comfort, this recipe makes an appearance on our table.

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    • Why you will love this Homemade Stuffing
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • FAQ
    • Make-Ahead Tips
    • More Holiday Side Dishes
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    Why you will love this Homemade Stuffing

    ✘ This recipe is super forgiving and can easily be tailored to your personal preferences!

    ✘ The apples add just the right amount of sweetness not to mention great color!

    ✘ You can prep all of the components the day before and refrigerate until it is time to assemble.

    ✘ It's easy to double (or triple) the recipe for a large group.

    Ingredients

    Diagram of ingredients for homemade stuffing.

    The ingredient list is pretty basic and made with easy-to-find items! If celery isn't your favorite, feel free to omit it. Are you a sage lover like me? Add a little more. It's easy to make it the way you love it!

    Instructions

    Apples, celery and onions sauteed in butter in a bowl with stuffing croutons.

    Melt the butter in a large pan and add the chopped celery, onion, and apples. Sauté it until soft and onions are translucent and pour over bread cubes.

    Bread cubes in a bowl mixed with spices.

    Add seasonings and chicken broth and stir to combine.

    Stuffing in a white casserole dish.

    If you want crispy, browned bits around the edges, bake it a little longer. If you want it softer, simply add more chicken broth. This recipe is super forgiving and can easily be tailored to meet your taste.

    FAQ

    What is the difference between stuffing and dressing?

    Stuffing is when it is cooked inside the bird and dressing is when it is baked separately. So technically this is dressing, but I always call it stuffing.

    What is poultry seasoning?

    It's a mix of seasonings that adds a rich, savory flavor to homemade stuffing. You can find it in the spice aisle of your grocery store or make your own Homemade Poultry Seasoning at home.

    Can you fix soggy stuffing?

    Is your stuffing a soggy mess? Don't despair, you can fix it! If you added too much moisture, it's easy to get it crispy. Simply spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake until it is dried to the desired texture.

    Dressing in large white pan with scoop out and silver spoon.

    Make-Ahead Tips

    We all know that Thanksgiving cooking involves many different dishes and can be stressful. These make-ahead tips let you get the prep done the day before.

    1. Prepare the apple mixture ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
    2. Place bread cubes and seasonings in a large bowl and set aside until ready to bake.
    3. Reheat apple mixture and toss with breadcrumbs.
    thanksgiving dressing in a large white bowl with a silver spoon for serving.

    More Holiday Side Dishes

    • Easy Yeast Rolls for Beginners
    • Cornbread Stuffing recipe with Sausage
    • Homemade Cranberry Sauce
    • Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
    
    
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    Recipe

    Homemade Stuffing Recipe

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    This Homemade Stuffing recipe filled with Apples and Sage can be prepped ahead of time and tastes just like your mom used to make! It will easily be your new go-to Thanksgiving side dish.
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Course Side Dishes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 75 kcal
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    Equipment

    • Chef's Knife
    • Cutting Boards
    • Mixing Bowls

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 oz Sage and Onion Stuffing Cubes
    • ½ cup butter
    • 2 apples, diced
    • 2 stalks celery, diced
    • 1 small onion, diced
    • 1-2 tablespoons sage
    • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
    • salt and pepper
    • 2-3 cups chicken broth

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 13" baking dish. Set aside.
    • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add apples, celery, and onion. Cook for 10 minutes or until onions are soft.
      ½ cup butter, 2 apples,, 2 stalks celery,, 1 small onion,
    • Place bread cubes in a large bowl. Add apple mixture and toss to coat. Add seasonings and stir.
      12 oz Sage and Onion Stuffing Cubes, 1-2 tablespoons sage, 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, salt and pepper
    • Add broth and stir to coat. Add enough for the bread cubes to be wet, but not soggy. Place bread mixture in prepared pan.
      2-3 cups chicken broth
    • Bake for 30-45 minutes or until desired brownness is reached.

    Notes

    If you can't find sage and onion bread cubes you can use plain too, just add an extra teaspoon of rubbed sage.
    Make-Ahead Tips
    • You can prepare the apple mixture the day before. Cover tightly and refrigerate.
    • When ready to assemble stuffing, remove the apple mixture from the refrigerator and warm slightly to melt butter then combine with bread cubes and add chicken broth.
    Cooking Tips
    If you want crispy, browned bits around the edges, bake it a little longer. If you want it softer, simply add more chicken broth. This recipe is super forgiving and can easily be tailored to meet your taste.
    How to Fix Soggy Stuffing
    Is your stuffing a soggy mess? Don't despair, you can fix it! If you added too much moisture, it's easy to get it crispy. Simply spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake until it is dried to the desired texture.
     

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 162mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

    Nutrition info not guaranteed to be accurate.

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    Hi, I’m Lisa! Looking for the party? It’s probably at my house. Nothing brings me more joy than sharing good food with friends and family. That and a seriously good cocktail.

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    Comments

    1. Terri Grund says

      November 09, 2014 at 8:30 am

      This is genius on so many levels including ...dare I say it ...portion control. And, you are stuffing the dressing into the muffin cups so I think the name is still politically correct!

      Reply
    2. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

      November 07, 2014 at 7:17 am

      I love stuffing muffins!!! And I love the apple sage flavor combo in yours! YUM!!!

      Reply
    3. Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says

      November 06, 2014 at 1:12 pm

      Those crispy muffin stuffing cups sound amazing! Sage and apple are the best two parts of stuffing! Well, that and the crispy bits. Genius.

      Reply
    4. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

      November 06, 2014 at 10:20 am

      I always make stuffing cups from leftover stuffing! Love them!

      Reply
    5. Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says

      November 06, 2014 at 9:47 am

      What a great way to make stuffing! Crispy stuffing is the best!

      Reply
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