Best 6 Great Grandmas Stuffing Recipes

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Have you ever had the pleasure of tasting your great grandmother's stuffing? It's a unique culinary experience that combines aromas, flavors, and memories like no other. This beloved dish holds a special place in many families; it's a cherished tradition that brings generations together and warms the soul. But what makes great grandma's stuffing so exceptional? Is it the blend of herbs, the secret ingredients passed down through the years, or the love and care that goes into making it?

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMA RUTH'S STUFFING



Grandma Ruth's Stuffing image

This is a very basic and simple stuffing recipe that my Grandma Ruth was famous for. You can easily replace the eggs with an egg substitute with no noticeable taste difference. My family does not, but you can easily add cooked bulk sausage to this stuffing. For a moist stuffing made outside of the bird, add additional chicken stock and cover with foil while baking. Remove foil for the last 20 minutes to crisp up the top.

Provided by Ilene F.

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

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 stalks celery, diced
2 onions, chopped
1 (20 ounce) loaf French or Italian bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (16 ounce) package herb-seasoned stuffing mix
4 eggs, beaten
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the mushrooms, celery, and onions until softened.
  • Dampen the fresh bread cubes (not the stuffing mix), then squeeze out any excess water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mushroom mixture, bread cubes, stuffing mix, eggs, and 1 can chicken broth. Season with sage, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and mix well. The stuffing should have a rather paste-like consistency. Mix in additional chicken broth as necessary.
  • Loosely pack stuffing inside turkey cavity before roasting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 1005.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

GRANDMA'S THANKSGIVING STUFFING



Grandma's Thanksgiving Stuffing image

This recipe was passed down from my grandmother. Better than the turkey, this stuffing is what reminds me of Thanksgivings around the family table. Rather than stuff the Turkey with it, I use it as a side dish.

Provided by hudgins

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion
4 -5 stalks celery
4 -5 fresh carrots, peeled
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (16 ounce) package Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 large eggs
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Chop onion, celery, carrots and garlic in food processor.
  • Combine vegetables with butter and saute for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cooked veggies with eggs, stuffing, salt, pepper and chicken broth in baking dish.
  • Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 62.3, Sodium 1282.9, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 7.4, Protein 10.1

GRANDMOM JACOBS' SAVORY STUFFING



Grandmom Jacobs' Savory Stuffing image

My grandmom's secret ingredient to her stuffing was stale Italian bread to soak up the stock, and Trisha's grandmother used saltines for a nice crunch. On the show, we cooked up a combination of both of our family traditions!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 loaves day-old Italian bread (24 ounces), cut into 1-inch cubes (about 10 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more to grease your baking dish
3 medium carrots, preferably rainbow, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
3 stalks celery, diced
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
2 cups lightly crumbled saltine crackers (1 sleeve or about 40 crackers)
About 4 cups vegetable stock, chicken stock or turkey pan juices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to broil.
  • Place the bread cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment and drizzle over the olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toast for 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown. Make sure to watch them so they don't burn. Remove the cubes and switch the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion and thyme and season with salt and pepper. Saute until softened, about 8 minutes. Remove the vegetables to a large bowl.
  • Add the toasted bread and saltines to the vegetables. Add the stock slowly, tossing gently, until the bread is moist but not too soggy; you may not use all of your stock. Place in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish and bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes until golden brown.

GRANDMA'S THANKSGIVING DRESSING RECIPE



Grandma's Thanksgiving Dressing Recipe image

We love our Grandma's Thanksgiving Dressing. You don't need to stuff it in the bird, just mix the ingredients and stick it in the oven. So many happy memories with this holiday dressing.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces turkey stuffing mix (such as stove top) (seasoned breadcrumbs work as well)
1 cup chopped apples (gala, honeycrisp, or golden delicious work great)
3 stalks celery (diced)
1 onion diced
¾ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 ½ cups boiling water (or chicken broth)
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Spray a 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, mix together dry stuffing mix, diced apples, diced celery, diced onion, and mushrooms.
  • Add butter to boiling water and let it melt, then pour over stuffing mixture in bowl.
  • Mix well until all ingredients are moistened.
  • Spread stuffing mixture in prepared pan.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the stuffing is thoroughly heated.
  • Keep warm until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 366 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MY GRANDMA'S HEIRLOOM - THANKSGIVING STUFFING



My Grandma's Heirloom - Thanksgiving Stuffing image

When my grandmother passed away, I received a number of things from her estate. None were as important to me as her handwritten recipe for dressing. Not only is it the BEST dressing I've ever tasted, but it's also not too "sage"y...wonderful for those of us who don't adore sage. I add mushrooms and sometimes finely chopped oysters for personal preference. The shared secret recipe is written out on "General Shale Brick" notepaper, the company my grandfather worked for before he died.

Provided by Tornado Ali

Categories     Grains

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14 ounce) bag Pepperidge Farm Herb Stuffing (cubed)
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons bacon grease or 4 tablespoons cooking oil
2 cups water
4 whole eggs

Steps:

  • In large fry pan cook celery and onions in grease or oil and water over low for about 1/2 hour.
  • Put bread, sage, salt and pepper in large bowl. Pour onion/celery mix (including liquid) over bread and mix well.
  • Beat eggs and add to bread mixture. Mix well.
  • Put dressing in greased baking dish and bake about 45 minutes in 350 oven, covered.
  • Doubles well, extremely good cold.
  • Can be made in well greased crockpot on low in about 3 hours.

GRANDMA WINNIE'S TURKEY STUFFING



Grandma Winnie's Turkey Stuffing image

A classic stuffing recipe to serve with any turkey dinner. If you have turkey broth on hand, it can be substituted for chicken broth.

Provided by Lipo

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

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ pound butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 ½ cups chopped celery
9 cups soft bread cubes
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms
1 egg, beaten
1 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Butter one 2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a saute pan, cook onion and celery in butter until soft.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine onion and celery, bread cubes, poultry seasonings, mushrooms, egg and stock. Mix well and add to casserole dish. Bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 35.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 296.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of breads for a more flavorful stuffing. Some good options include white bread, cornbread, and challah.
  • Toast the bread cubes before adding them to the stuffing. This will help them to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Sauté the vegetables in butter before adding them to the stuffing. This will help to bring out their flavor and prevent them from becoming watery.
  • Use a flavorful broth to moisten the stuffing. Chicken broth, turkey broth, or vegetable broth are all good options.
  • Season the stuffing to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs. Some good options include sage, thyme, rosemary, and parsley.
  • Bake the stuffing in a covered dish at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-45 minutes, or until it is heated through.

Conclusion:

Great-Grandma's stuffing is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you are making it for a holiday dinner or a weeknight meal, Great-Grandma's stuffing is sure to be a hit.

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