Christmas stuffing recipes (2024)

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  • Sage and onion stuffing

    A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.26 ratings

    Complete a roast dinner with sage and onion stuffing. Make it even easier by packing the mixture into a small baking dish instead of rolling into balls

    • 55 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make homemade stuffing to serve with a Sunday roast or Christmas dinner. Made with sourdough, sausagemeat, onion, apple and sage, it's full of flavour

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.3 ratings

    Get friends and family round for an Easter lunch and make this crown of lamb a special centrepiece – your butcher could prep it, or follow our tips

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
  • Jamaican stuffing

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Try a spiced stuffing for your Christmas turkey or chicken. This recipe was handed down by Michael's grandmother, Esme, from Saint Mary in Jamaica

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • Pigs-in-blankets Christmas stuffing balls

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.21 ratings

    Treat yourself at Christmas with these moreish stuffing balls. The sausagemeat and bacon add the ‘pigs in blankets’ flavour, while cranberries make them taste extra festive

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Serve up a winter feast with our roast pork loin and homemade sage and onion stuffing. Carve the joint into pork chops and enjoy with sweet apples and crisp roasties

    • 3 hrs 20 mins
    • More effort
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Make this stuffing ahead for a versatile addition to your Christmas spread. It serves a double duty as a vegetarian main and special side dish for turkey

    • 1 hr 45 mins
    • More effort
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Save time on Christmas Day and make this apricot and pistachio stuffing on Christmas Eve. It makes an excellent accompaniment to festive turkey

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Prep this sausage, kale and bread stuffing up to two days in advance, then bake on the day. If your favourite part of stuffing is the crispy bits, you’ll love this recipe

    • 1 hr 10 mins
    • Easy
  • Crispy traybake stuffing

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.8 ratings

    If your favourite part of the stuffing is the crispy bits, you'll love this recipe. It can be prepped up to two days in advance, then baked on the day

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Use shop-bought stuffing and a fruit-and-nut snack pack for this easy recipe. You could also roll the mix into 12-18 balls rather than make a traybake

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Make these festive stuffing balls at Christmas. Roast them on the same tray as your pigs-in-blankets or alongside your turkey to save oven space

    • 1 hr 30 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.8 ratings

    This recipe will give you enough to stuff the Christmas turkey and also make a tasty stuffing loaf

    • 1 hr 35 mins
    • Easy
  • Vegan stuffing

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Make these red onion, lentil and sage vegan stuffing balls for a welcome addition to any festive feast. Linseeds, pecans, hazelnuts and pistachios pack in a classic crunch

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
    • Vegan
  • A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Enjoy these cheese, sage and onion stuffing balls with your Christmas dinner or Sunday roast. With a cheesy twist, they make a moreish side dish

    • 1 hr 5 mins
    • Easy
  • Cornbread stuffing

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Enjoy our cornbread stuffing at a Thanksgiving banquet or alongside a special Sunday roast. It features bacon, but this can be omitted for a vegetarian stuffing

    • 2 hrs 10 mins
    • Easy
  • Thanksgiving stuffing

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Get set for a Thanksgiving feast and bake this special stuffing for the celebrations. You can make it with any stale bread, but sourdough works well

    • 2 hrs
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.3 ratings

    This recipe makes enough smoked pancetta, orange zest and sage stuffing for a 4.5kg turkey - or roll into balls and bake

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
  • Garlic and herb stuffed tender turkey crown

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Hosting Christmas dinner for six? This turkey crown is a great option. The garlic and herb stuffing adds loads of flavour while keeping the meat juicy

    • 2 hrs 20 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.32 ratings

    Fantastic as part of your Christmas lunch – so much more than just a stuffing for the turkey

    • 45 mins
    • Easy
  • Baked anchovy-stuffed red mullet with fennel

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Make the most of wonderful red mullet with this anchovy-stuffed version with fennel. There’s quite a lot of stuffing, but let it spill out into the dish

    • 50 mins
    • Easy
  • A star rating of 4.9 out of 5.85 ratings

    A slice of our classic sausage, sage and onion stuffing is a must-have for Christmas dinner. It's also great as a side with your Sunday roast

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
  • Easy vegetarian stuffing

    A star rating of 3.5 out of 5.2 ratings

    Our easy, vegetarian stuffing is full of rich flavours and is the ideal side dish for a Sunday roast or Christmas dinner.

    • 1 hr
    • Easy
    • Vegetarian
Christmas stuffing recipes (2024)

FAQs

Should you make stuffing the day before or the day of? ›

"Make-ahead stuffing freezes well and can be made as much as two months early if stored in the freezer properly," Tiner says. "Stuffing that is made ahead and only refrigerated should be used within seven days."

How much stuffing do you need for 20 people? ›

The Amount
Quantity of StuffingSize of BirdNumber of Servings
6 cups8 to 10 pounds8 to 9
2 quarts10 to 12 pounds10 to 11
3 quarts12 to 15 pounds12 to 16
4 quarts15 to 20 pounds18 to 20
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Nov 25, 2019

Why do you put eggs in stuffing? ›

Broth: Chicken broth keeps the stuffing moist without making it soggy. Eggs: Two lightly beaten eggs help hold the dressing together and add moisture. Water: You can add a few tablespoons of water, if you'd like, to achieve your desired consistency.

Can you put uncooked stuffing in the fridge overnight? ›

If you don't plan on stuffing the bird, but preparing the dressing as a side dish, you can prepare uncooked stuffing ahead of time as long as you freeze the stuffing immediately after mixing the wet and dry ingredients. USDA recommends that you never refrigerate uncooked stuffing.

Can I refrigerate stuffing overnight before baking? ›

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! Try make-ahead stuffing this Thanksgiving to save time and oven space.

How to keep stuffing moist when baking? ›

You'll also need to add in plenty of liquid moisture, such as chicken, turkey or vegetable stock, but white wine or Madeira also makes a flavorful complement to stock.

What temperature should stuffing be cooked at? ›

How do you safely cook stuffing? The stuffed meat, poultry, or stuffing in a casserole should be placed immediately after preparation in an oven set no lower than 325 °F. A food thermometer should be used to ensure that the stuffing reaches the safe minimum internal temperature of 165 °F.

How many boxes of stuffing for 10 people? ›

How much stuffing per person? A 14-ounce bag of stuffing makes about 11 servings; a 6-ounce box of stuffing mix makes 6 servings.

Is stuffing better with or without eggs? ›

Eggs add richness to the stuffing, and makes it cohere better. I'd use two eggs per pound of bread.

What can you use as a binder instead of eggs in stuffing? ›

Some common egg substitutes include:
  1. Mashed banana. Mashed banana can act as a binding agent when baking or making pancake batter. ...
  2. Applesauce. Applesauce can also act as a binding agent. ...
  3. Fruit puree. ...
  4. Avocado. ...
  5. Gelatin. ...
  6. Xanthan gum. ...
  7. Vegetable oil and baking powder. ...
  8. Margarine.
Mar 30, 2021

Can I mix up my stuffing the night before? ›

Absolutely. Most Thanksgiving stuffing recipes can be made at least partially in advance since: A) They're easily assembled a day or two ahead of Thanksgiving Day; and B) They're often baked using a two-step process (once covered with foil to cook through, then uncovered to achieve a crispy top).

Is it better to make stuffing with fresh or dry bread? ›

Follow this tip: Stale, dried-out bread makes the best stuffing. Either dry out your bread starting a few days before you plan to make the stuffing by letting it sit out or, if you don't have the extra time, cut the bread into cubes, and then toast over a low heat in the oven until dry.

How wet should stuffing be before cooking? ›

The stuffing should be moist but not wet. If there is a puddle of broth at the bottom of the bowl, you've added too much. Add more bread to soak up the excess moisture. If the mix is still dry and crumbly, add more liquid and toss gently until it starts to clump together.

How long can stuffing stay in the fridge before cooking? ›

Do not refrigerate uncooked stuffing. If stuffing is prepared ahead of time, it must be either frozen or cooked immediately. To use cooked stuffing later, cool in shallow containers and refrigerate it within 2 hours. Use it within 3 to 4 days.

Can I cook stuffing and reheat next day? ›

Bring the baked stuffing to room temperature so that it will reheat evenly (about 30 minutes). Preheat the oven to 350 F and warm the dish covered for 30 to 40 minutes, until it is heated through. To recreate the crispy top found in freshly-baked stuffing, remove the foil for the last 10 minutes of the baking time.

Should I stuff my turkey the night before? ›

Place the prepared stuffing in the whole turkey just before roasting. Stuffing the night before could cause food-borne illness. Stuff both the neck and body cavities of a completely thawed turkey, allowing ½ to ¾ cup of stuffing per pound. Don't pack stuffing too tightly, as it may cause uneven cooking.

How far in advance should you dry bread for stuffing? ›

If you don't want to take up space in the oven, you can always leave the bread out on the counter to dry. A day or two before you assemble your stuffing, cut the bread into cubes. Then, lay the cubes onto sheet pans and let them dry out at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours.

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