Best Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

Best Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipe

Bring the flavors of fall to your table with this hearty Cornbread Apple Stuffing — the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and a little old-fashioned comfort.

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups day-old cornbread, cubed (Arbaugh Farm Cornbread Mix for the base!)

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 2 apples, peeled and chopped (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)

  • 1 teaspoon thyme

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2–2½ cups chicken or vegetable broth

  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, celery, and apples until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook 1 more minute.

  3. Place cubed cornbread in a large mixing bowl. Add the sautéed mixture and toss gently.

  4. Whisk together broth and eggs, then pour over the cornbread mixture. Stir until the bread is evenly moistened (add more broth if needed).

  5. Transfer to the baking dish. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until golden and set.

Serving Suggestion:
Perfect alongside roasted chicken, turkey, or pork — or enjoy on its own as a cozy fall supper with a side salad.