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Make your Thanksgiving dinner unforgettable with this Best Dressing Recipe Thanksgiving! This classic side dish is perfect for holiday gatherings—golden and crisp on top, moist and savory inside, packed with aromatic herbs and flavors everyone will love. Perfect as a quick Thanksgiving side, easy dinner addition, or comforting meal prep option. Whether you’re looking for easy recipes, dinner ideas, or the best Thanksgiving food ideas, this dressing will be a family favorite for years to come.

Ingredients

10 cups crusty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, day-old or lightly toasted

1/2 cup unsalted butter

2 cups yellow onion, diced

1 1/2 cups celery, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried sage)

2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried thyme)

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth, low sodium

2 large eggs

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until dry and slightly golden. Let cool.

3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery. Sauté until softened, about 8 minutes.

4. Add garlic, sage, thyme, and parsley. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes and sautéed vegetables/herbs. Toss gently to combine.

6. In a separate bowl, whisk together broth, eggs, salt, and pepper. Pour over the bread mixture. Toss until evenly moistened but not soggy.

7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

8. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and crisp.

9. Serve warm with extra gravy, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use day-old bread or toast fresh bread in the oven to dry it out.

You can prep the entire dressing the day before and bake it fresh before serving.

Add-ins like cooked sausage, mushrooms, or dried cranberries make delicious variations!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/10th of recipe
Calories: 260
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 730mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 63mg

Keywords: Best Thanksgiving Dressing, Easy Dressing Recipe, Holiday Side Dish, Stuffing, Bread Dressing, Thanksgiving Ideas