This Thanksgiving stuffing recipe is a perfect blend of savory flavors and comforting textures that will become a family favorite. The addition of cranberries and pecans add a touch of sweetness and crunch to this traditional dish.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of crusty bread, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 stalks of celery, chopped
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and chopped celery, sauté until softened.
- Add the cranberries and pecans, cook until slightly toasted.
- In a large bowl, mix together the bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, cranberries, and pecans.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, broth, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture and toss to combine.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cranberries add a pop of color and tartness to the stuffing, balancing out the richness of the dish.
Pecans provide a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to each bite of stuffing.