Classic Easy Turkey Stuffing Recipe

Name: Classic Easy Turkey Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 - 1/2 lb bacon, chopped; 3/4 cup butter; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 2 medium onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste); ¼ cups bread cubes (must be stale but still soft and cut into about 1/2-inch cubes); 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning (to taste) or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage (to taste); 2 teaspoons seasoning salt; black pepper; 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (you might use more than 1 cup); 1 1/4 cups dried cranberries (optional but really good to add)

Servings: persons

1/4 - 1/2 lb bacon, chopped
3/4 cup butter
3 stalks celery, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
¼ cups bread cubes (must be stale but still soft and cut into about 1/2-inch cubes)
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning (to taste) or 2 teaspoons rubbed sage (to taste)
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
black pepper
1 cup low sodium chicken broth (you might use more than 1 cup)
1 1/4 cups dried cranberries (optional but really good to add)

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["In a large frypan fry the bacon until crisp; (do not drain the drippings) remove and crumble; set aside.", "Add 3/4 cup butter (no less than 3/4 cup!) to the bacon drippings and melt.", "Add in chopped celery, onions and garlic; saute until tender.", "Add HALF of the bread cubes to the butter; stir to coat, and keep stirring with a wooden spoon until the bread cubes are lightly browned and the butter is absorbed.", "Transfer to a large bowl (or finish in the frypan, if you have a large enough frypan to hold all ingredients) and add in remaining bread cubes, salt, pepper and poultry seasoning or sage (if using).", "Add in crumbled bacon and the cranberries or other ingredients that you choose to use; mix to combine.", "Drizzle with the chicken broth (mixing with a wooden spoon) until you have reached the desired moistness, you might have to add in more than 1 cup, but do not add in too much or your bread will become too ""soggy"".", "Immediately stuff the turkey, and cook.", "**NOTE** the flavor of the stuffing will vary depending on ingredients and type of bread used."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 - 1/2 lb bacon, chopped, 3/4 cup butter, 3 stalks celery, chopped, 2 medium onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Classic Easy Turkey Stuffing falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Easy Turkey Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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