Our Favorite Bread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes - 31 recipes
Bread stuffing is a Thanksgiving classic that can be enjoyed all year! Stuffings and dressings are not limited to turkey time. They are a hearty accompaniment to beef, pork, chicken, fish, mushrooms, eggplant and more!
Top Recipe
Challah Stuffing with Fennel & Dried Fruit
By á-61574
![Challah Stuffing with Fennel & Dried Fruit](/media/e8/0b/cb64750ab2eb99e75756b1b46b065e017ad9.jpg/rh/challah-stuffing-with-fennel-and-dried-fruit.jpg)
Details
Servings 12
Preparation time 20
Cooking time 55
- 1 (16-ounce) loaf challah, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups onions, chopped, about 2 large onions
- 2 cups fennel, chopped, about 2 medium fennel bulbs
- 1 1/4 cups orange juice
- 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried figs, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cherries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pitted dried plums or prunes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons snipped fresh tarragon
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups milk
- Fresh tarragon (optional)
A great twist on stuffing, this Challah Stuffing recipe kicks things up a notch with fennel, dried fruits, nuts and...
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Olive Bread Stuffing with Fennel
![Olive Bread Stuffing with Fennel](/media/14/a4/6221b3be5852361aa865341d0ac420cc1f7b.jpg/tsp/olive-bread-stuffing-with-fennel.jpg)
By á-10360
This dressing is so flavorful thanks to sautéing the fennel and using olive bread
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound trimmed fennel bulbs, cored and diced, about 2 bulbs
- 3 cups chopped onions, about 3 large
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, white parts only, about 5 onions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, quartered
- 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and quartered
- 15 cups stale artisanal olive bread cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup oil-pack dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh tarragon
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh basil
Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing
![Old Fashioned Bread Stuffing](/media/85/f4/77979b400a01103dc251beb726f4b6a9bb0d.jpg/tsp/old-fashioned-bread-stuffing.jpg)
By á-174535
The ultimate comfort food--old fashioned bread stuffing
- 1 cup chopped celery, about 2 stalks
- 1/2 cup chopped onion, about 1 medium
- 1/2 cup chopped carrot, about 1 medium
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 8 cups dried white bread cubes*
- 1 cups chicken broth
Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios & Mint
![Bread Dressing with Dried Apricots, Pistachios & Mint](/media/42/e1/3cdf8d33ce3cc67cf7c4e8dfc00fcf0f1ecf.jpg/tsp/bread-dressing-with-dried-apricots-pistachios-and-mint.jpg)
By Dunjab
A twist on bread dressing with sweet dried apricots, crunch pistachios and a little fresh mint
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups chopped onions
- 6 cups (packed) 3/4-inch cubes crustless country-style white bread, from one 1-pound loaf
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds, or 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup diced dried apricots, about 4 1/2 ounces
- 1/2 cup pistachios, shelled, about 2 ounces
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3/4 cup low-salt chicken broth
Stuffing with Sage & Chives
![Stuffing with Sage & Chives](/media/ec/7d/41741f462c287baaaa93264be344d0bdd82b.jpg/tsp/stuffing-with-sage-and-chives.jpg)
By carvalhohm
Savory stuffing is perfect anytime of the year
- 1 spray cooking spray
- 12 slices whole wheat bread, or white bread, preferably day-old, cubed*
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons light butter
- 1 cup onions, diced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 cups canned chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons chives, fresh, chopped
Rye, Kale, Mushroom & Pumpkin Seed Stuffing
![Rye, Kale, Mushroom & Pumpkin Seed Stuffing](/media/8d/4a/6fdc23ed31e255845ed9e753037811519955.jpg/tsp/rye-kale-mushroom-and-pumpkin-seed-stuffing.jpg)
By á-174535
Using rye bread to make your stuffing gives it a unique flavor
- 4 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup olive oil, divided, plus more
- 10 cups coarsely torn seeded rye, dried out overnight
- 1/4 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 pound mixed mushrooms (such as maitake, oyster, or crimini), cut into large pieces
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 medium shallots, chopped
- 1 bunch kale, ribs and stems removed, leaves torn
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth, divided
Stuffing Muffins
![Stuffing Muffins](/media/38/19/e4185d05e3e69e88a63e5fa266c8b91b3de2.jpg/tsp/stuffing-muffins.jpg)
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
My family loves stuffing. This year, I was inspired to bake stuffing in muffins tins, and that turned out to be a ...
- 1 (14-ounce) package Pepperidge Farm® Herb Seasoned Stuffing (or use your own stale bread combo of your choice)
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 whole onion, chopped
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter
- 2 cups of chicken broth (I used homemade turkey stock), heated until almost boiling
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Bell's Seasoning (if a seasoning packet isn't included)
- Additions: stuffing recipes vary so much! You can add cooked sausage, chopped apples, dried cranberries, golden raisins, oysters...whatever your heart desires.
Easy Vegetable Stuffing
![Easy Vegetable Stuffing](/media/13/a1/c824c3ddefaa220010d55d229d3d0b35222d.jpg/tsp/easy-vegetable-stuffing.jpg)
By carvalhohm
Love stuffing? This tasty, vegetarian version is packed with bell peppers, broccoli and corn
- 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 1/2 cups frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry (from 1-pound bag)
- 2 cups frozen broccoli cuts
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth (from 32-ounce carton)
- 4 cups sage and onion-seasoned stuffing cubes (from 14-ounce bag)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
Holiday Sausage Stuffing
![Holiday Sausage Stuffing](/media/7d/e7/abe8169439d5d89ee6f4844dca40112c9aa0.jpg/tsp/holiday-sausage-stuffing.jpg)
By Lady Butterfly
With savory flavors like sausage and garlic, this holiday sausage stuffing is sure to liven up any holiday table!
- 1 (16-ounce) package Johnville All Natural Ground Mild Italian Sausage or Italian Sausage Link, casing removed
- 12 slices or 1 1/2 packages of New York Brand Texas Garlic Toast
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 cup green pepper,chopped
- 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups chicken broth
- salt and black pepper to taste
Apple, Bacon, & Leek Stuffing
![Apple, Bacon, & Leek Stuffing](/media/0d/08/52aa0174c77c5d7df29f77d007c33bc3c5b5.jpg/tsp/apple-bacon-and-leek-stuffing.jpg)
By á-174535
Leeks bring a rich and mellow flavor to this stuffing recipe, with the apples bringing a little sweetness, and the ...
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 9 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cups sliced button mushrooms
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped leeks, about 4 to 5 leeks
- 1 1/2 cups chopped celery, about 3 stalks
- 3 cups coarsely chopped, cored, peeled, Fuji or Granny Smith apples, about 2 large
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic, about 6 cloves
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 12 cups dry country-style bread cubes*
- 1 tablespoon fresh snipped sage, or 1 teaspoon dried sage, crushed
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- Fresh sage leaves, optional
Jones Sausage, Cranberry & Apple Stuffing
![Jones Sausage, Cranberry & Apple Stuffing](/media/8a/e5/8801f889c0a7eca6874cfc51ceed78b8c280./tsp/jones-sausage-cranberry-and-apple-stuffing.png)
By Booper-2
The bright, tangy flavors of dried cranberries and tart apples are the perfect addition to traditional stuffing mad...
- 1 loaf sour dough bread, cubed (about 10-cups)
- 1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored and chopped
- 2 (12-ounce) Jones Dairy Farm All Natural Pork Sausage Rolls
- 1/2 cup shallots, finely diced
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped and divided
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup chardonnay wine
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
Mama's Old Fashioned Stuffing
![Mama's Old Fashioned Stuffing](/media/1d/a7/1a54a603da2fe115ca7653880d57d9555f54.jpg/tsp/mamas-old-fashioned-stuffing.jpg)
By á-46561
Mama's old fashioned stuffing is a classic and comforting dish that'll bring back fond memories of your childhood
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1 1/4 cups onion, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups carrots, finely chopped
- 5 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 (14-ounce) package cubed herb-seasoned stuffing mix (8 cups)
- 4 cups water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Nanny's Thanksgiving Dressing
![Nanny's Thanksgiving Dressing](/media/cc/f5/88b66c6092bf936ad5eb13146c279d35db1b.jpg/tsp/nannys-thanksgiving-dressing.jpg)
By Taraespo
Sauté celery and onion in butter until soft, set aside
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 pound pork breakfast sausage
- 5 quarts hamburger buns, broken into pieces (1bun=approx 1 cup)
- 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups chicken broth, plus extra
Summer Squash Stuffing Casserole
![Summer Squash Stuffing Casserole](/media/4e/95/1d68802b0aaa290178e6e74801d33ce29dde.jpg/tsp/summer-squash-stuffing-casserole.jpg)
By Nyneve
This casserole is a perfect side dish any time of year, but especially for the big Thanksgiving dinner
- STUFFING:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 diced onion
- 2 cups bread crumbs
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sage
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- FILLING:
- 1 summer squash, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 zucchini, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 spoonful mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
Fig, Apple & Sage Stuffing
![Fig, Apple & Sage Stuffing](/media/29/91/522fee64d8ed80b5f928c215add6d6bc9228.jpg/tsp/fig-apple-and-sage-stuffing.jpg)
By á-28943
Figs and apples bring a sweetness to this savory dressing recipe
- 1 (24-ounce) loaf whole-wheat bread, trimmed of crust and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 to 3 carrots, peeled and finely chopped, about 1 cup
- 3 to 4 celery ribs, finely chopped, about 1 cup
- 1 large white onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon chile powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 10 to 12 unsweetened dried figs, chopped, about 1 cup
- 2 apples (such as McIntosh, Cortland, Gala or Golden Delicious), cored and chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, plus additional 1/2 cup as needed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
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Oysters Rockefeller Sourdough...
- 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
- 4 slices thick-sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 cup finely chopped shallots, about 8 medium
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Pernod
- 2 teaspoons dried chervil, crushed
- 10 cups dry sourdough bread cubes*
- 2 cups shucked oysters (about 28 large), drained and coarsely chopped (1 pint)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 14 1/2 ounce can vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
- 1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)
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Sausage and Stuffing Casserole
- 1 package rope type sausage, can be smoked or other flavor
- 3 cups frozen green beans ,cooked according to package directions or use canned, drained
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 (6-ounce) package chicken flavored stuffing mix
- 1/4 cups butter, melted
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
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Baguette, Smoked Oyster & Pancetta...
- 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, divided, plus more
- 10 cups coarsely torn baguette, dried out overnight
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4” pieces
- 2 large leeks, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup Cognac
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth, divided
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- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated
- 1/2 lemon, seeds removed, thinly sliced
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K's Sausage & Oyster Dressing
- 1/4 pound package Neese's sausage with sage
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, sliced
- 1/4 cup green and or red bell peppers, chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh garlic, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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- 1/2 can reduced fat cream of chicken soup
- 1 (16 ounce) can shucked raw oysters, drained and rinsed
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Buttery Beer Bread Stuffing with...
- BUTTERY BEER BREAD:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 bottle (12 ounces) beer
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- STUFFING:
- 1 loaf butter beer bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 loaf of your favorite bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound mild sausage
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
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- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
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Pineapple Stuffing Casserole
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1 large can crushed undrained pineapple
- 4 cups soft bread cubes
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 6 stalks celery, finely diced
- 2 medium onions, finely diced
- 1 (12-ounce) package herb flavor stuffing mix
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth
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Italian Christmas Turkey Stuffing
- 1/2 cup butter, cubed
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- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
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- 1/4 cup egg substitute
- 2 to 3 cups hot water
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Vegan Stuffing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
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- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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White Castle Turkey Stuffing
- 10 to 12 White Castle® Sliders, no pickles
- 1 1/2 cups celery, diced
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Mario Batali's Sausage Ciabatta...
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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- 1 pound fennel sausage, casings removed
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced; fronds reserved
- 1 cup chestnut, roughly chopped
- 1 apple, peeled and diced
- 5 cups ciabatta, cubed and toasted
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- 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
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Basic Thanksgiving Dressing
- 1 loaf or round corn bread
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread
- 1 loaf ciabatta or other crusty artisan bread
- 1/2 cup (1-stick) butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 5 stalks celery, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if necessary
- 1/2 bunch parsley, chopped
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- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
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