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ByStephanie Wilson
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Feast your eyes on these Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipes that are mouthwatering and delicious, from classic herb stuffings to innovative twists that might redefine your stuffing traditions for your holiday table. All are delicious, simple, and are sure to leave your guests craving seconds!
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It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without stuffing. While the turkey will also take center stage, along with the delicious Thanksgiving sides and salads, the dressing is in a category all on its own. At least to me!
So let’s take a look at these mouthwatering stuffing recipes where there is something for everyone!
What Makes for Perfect Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipes?
It’s all about the texture. And is what separates good recipes from awesome recipes. A stuffing’s texture should be moist but not too wet, with a crunchy top that isn’t dry! Plus, it should taste delicious savory!
You’ll love these carefully curated stuffing recipes for your holiday table!
25 Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipes You'll Love
1
Mushroom-Cornbread Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.eatingwell.com
“This healthy mushroom-and-leek cornbread stuffing recipe is a lightened-up version of the must-have holiday side. Whether you call it stuffing or dressing, you can make this recipe moist or crispy. If you’re an extra-moist-stuffing type, bake it covered for the full 50 minutes; if you like some crispy bits on top, follow the recipe as written: bake covered for about 30 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 20 minutes.”
2
Simple and Classic Stuffing for Thanksgiving
Simple and Classic Dressing or Stuffing for Holidays. Whether that beThanksgiving,Christmas, New Year’s … or any other holiday. A simple tried and true recipe made with onions, celery, herbs, butter, broth, and toasted bread. It’s simply our favorite.
3
Focaccia Stuffing with Leeks and Wild Mushrooms
Photo Credit:www.williams-sonoma.com
“Here, wild mushrooms and leeks add an extra depth of flavor to a focaccia-based stuffing for a satisfying Thanksgiving side.”
4
Simple Cornbread Dressing Recipe
This simple Cornbread Dressing recipe is a classic holiday side dish that's utterly delicious with holiday flavors of cornbread, sage, and thyme. Simple to make and perfect for Thanksgiving.
5
JALAPEÑO CORNBREAD STUFFING WITH CHORIZO AND PEPITAS
Photo Credit:www.williams-sonoma.com
“This slightly spicy Southwestern-inspired stuffing will add some unexpected heat to the Thanksgiving table. Be sure to buy fresh (uncooked) Mexican chorizo rather than the cured Spanish variety.”
6
Sourdough Mushroom Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.countryliving.com
A lighter-than-expected stuffing. Serve this Thanksgiving favorite with the Perfect Roast Turkey. Assemble the stuffing a day ahead in a buttered dish, cover, refrigerate and bake when needed.”
7
Wild Mushroom Stuffing
If there is one iconic Thanksgiving dish, other than the turkey, stuffing has to be it. ThisWild Mushroom Stuffing recipeis an impressive, delicious side dish, packed with savory, earthy flavors, and easy to make from scratch.
8
Cornbread and Ham Stuffing with Caramelized Apples and Fennel
“The saltiness of the ham plays off the sweetness of the apples, fennel, and cornbread in this hearty stuffing. To streamline prep, the recipe relies on a cornbread stuffing mix, made from cornbread, wheat bread, and aromatic sage and thyme.”
9
FOCACCIA STUFFING WITH CHESTNUTS, BACON AND APPLES
Photo Credit:www.williams-sonoma.com
“An Italian-inspired focaccia stuffing mix forms the foundation of this sensational stuffing. For added crunch and savory flavor, we add in roasted chestnuts, bacon and chunks of sweet apple.”
10
Wild Rice and Basmati Dressing with Sausage and Sage Recipe
Photo Credit:www.countryliving.com
“For this take on Thanksgiving dressing, two types of rice are cooked in a fragrant medley of mushrooms and onions sautéed in butter, bay leaf, and fresh sage.”
11
Herbed Wild Rice and Quinoa Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.kitchentreaty.com
“Sometimes it’s nice to shake things up a bit. So I thought I’d create a rice-based stuffing with all of the traditional stuffing flavors we love. Something that’s a little more dense and hearty – a vegetarian (and vegan!) stuffing that’s naturally gluten-free, too. Why not cover all of the dietary bases while also making something everyone will no doubt clamor for?”
12
GLUTEN-FREE SPOON BREAD WITH GUANCIALE
Photo Credit:www.williams-sonoma.com
"Michael Sullivan, Butcher at Blackberry Farm, says this dish was inspired by a corn pudding that his grandmother made. He adds guanciale, an unsmoked Italian bacon made from the pig’s jowl, to the batter before baking, although thick-cut bacon is a great stand-in. When fresh corn is in season, you can fold in kernels cut from the cob; they lend wonderful texture and flavor. If you’d like, place a few whole green onions on top of the batter before baking.”
13
Apricot-Wild Rice Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.countryliving.com
“Wild rice and apricots give the classic stuffing a sweet spin.”
14
Easy Crock Pot Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.julieseatsandtreats.com
“Crock Pot Stuffing ~ Slow Cooked Stuffing Stuffed with Herbs & Seasonings! So Easy and Delicious!”
15
Slow Cooker Cranberry Pecan Stuffing
Photo Credit:damndelicious.net
“The best and easiest stuffing ever made right in the crockpot, making Thanksgiving prep just that much easier!”
16
Best Stuffing Recipe
Photo Credit:www.loveandlemons.com
"The BEST Thanksgiving stuffing! Based on my family's classic recipe, it's rich and savory, made with fresh herbs, celery, butter, and leeks."
17
Easy Sausage & Herb Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.onceuponachef.com
"A family favorite for the holidays, this easy sausage and herb stuffing uses store-bought stuffing cubes, eliminating the step of slicing and drying out the bread."
18
Make-Ahead Stuffing
Photo Credit:www.allrecipes.com
"This is a delicious make-ahead stuffing recipe that can be made up to 3 days before you need it. Just mix the stuffing ingredients together and store in the fridge, freeing up time and reducing stress on Thanksgiving Day, when you're dealing with all the other prep!"
19
Grandmas Thanksgiving Stuffing
Photo Credit:thecarefreekitchen.com
"This Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe has withstood the test of time. It has the perfect balance of chewy and moist, sweet and savory, and can be made entirely from scratch or with some simple shortcuts. I'll show you the best homemade stuffing recipe for your holiday meal."
20
Wild Mushroom Stuffing // Stuffing Recipe 101
Photo Credit:whatsgabycooking.com
"Wild Mushroom Stuffing recipe is simple to make, and it's sure to please even the most discerning palate. So what are you waiting for? Get started on your Thanksgiving feast today!"
21
Herby Mushroom Croissant Stuffing.
Photo Credit:www.halfbakedharvest.com
"Upgrade this year’s holiday stuffing with my Herby Mushroom Croissant Stuffing. Buttery croissants, cozy herbs, caramelized wild mushroom, kale, and Gruyère cheese take classic stuffing from bland and boring to flavorful and completely delicious."
22
Our Favorite Buttery Herb Stuffing.
Photo Credit:www.howsweeteats.com
"The edges are golden and crunchy, the inside is soft. It’s wildly flavorful and buttery and filled with herbs and most importantly, a delicious neutral flavor that truly goes with any meal."
23
Wild Rice Stuffing
Photo Credit:detoxinista.com
"Wild Rice Stuffing is naturally gluten-free and makes a delicious alternative to traditional bread stuffing. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish for Thanksgiving!"
More Thanksgiving Recipes to bring to your holiday table!
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- Wild Mushroom Stuffing
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