Gluten Free Herbed Bread Stuffing Recipe | Jo-Lynne Shane (2024)

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True confessions: I’ve never cooked a Thanksgiving dinner.

I know, spoiled much!?!

I’ve always gone to my mom’s or my mother-in-law’s, and in recent years we’ve been going to my sister-in-law’s house for Thanksgiving dinner, but this year I’m going to be cooking! Of course I had to call my mom and ask her for all the family recipes so I can make it taste like home.

My favorite part of her Thanksgiving meal is her herbed bread stuffing, so when Keller’s Creamery reached out and asked me to cook one of my traditional family Thanksgiving recipes, I immediately knew which recipe I would share.

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Keller’s Creamery butter has been a Philadelphia family tradition since 1906. You can’t go into any grocery store around here without seeing Keller’s prominently displayed, and this time of year they bring out their beloved turkey butter sculptures — the perfect accompaniment to any Thanksgiving tablescape!

Fun fact: last Thanksgiving, Philadelphians bought more than 10 million sticks of butter.** That’s 514 times the amount of yards rushed by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2016 (1,813 yards) and enough sticks of butter to run the length of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge 292 times!

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For those who are local, I found my butter sculpture and a large selection of the different Keller’s Creamery butter varieties at my local Acme, but it’s also available at other major regional grocers. (CLICK HERE to save $1 on any two packages of Keller’s Butter!)

This bread stuffing recipe is really easy to make, but it packs a punch when it comes to flavor. I used gluten-free bread, but regular works too. Also, I prefer a dry stuffing so I put it in a casserole dish, but you can certainly use it to stuff your turkey if you wish. My mom always makes a huge batch and uses half in the turkey and puts the other half in a casserole dish.

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This dish wouldn’t be the same without real butter, so it’s fitting that you start this recipe by melting 1/3 cup butter in a large sauté pan.

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While that’s going, you can chop your onions.

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When the butter is nice and happy, you add the onions and cook until they’re soft.

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Chop your bread into small cubes until they equal about 4 cups.

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Then add half the bread cubes to the onion/butter mixture and stir lightly to combine.

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After that, all you have to do is dump that over into a mixing bowl and add the remaining bread cubes along with chopped celery, sage, thyme, and salt & pepper. I like the crunch of the raw celery in the dish, but if you prefer, you can cook it along with the onions in the butter for a more subtle flavor and a softer stuffing.

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Turn it all over into a small casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes, or until it’s brown on top, and serve!

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Traditional Bread Stuffing Recipe

Ingredients:

1/3 cup Keller’s Creamery butter
1/4 cup minced onion
4 cups bread cubes (I used gluten-free, but either works.)
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 tsp dried sage
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

Heat oven to 375º F.
Melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook till soft and just starting to brown.
Add half the bread crumbs and gently stir until warm and soft.
Remove from the heat and pour bread/onion mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Add the remaining ingredients, and toss to combine.
Pour the stuffing mixture into an un-greased 2 quart casserole dish and cook for 20 minutes or until lightly browned on top.
Serve warm alongside a roast turkey, and top with turkey gravy if desired.
Serves 4-6.

This recipe serves 4-6, so it’s perfect for our family of 5, but if you’re serving a crowd, you will want to double or triple it. If you make a larger portion, you’ll want to cook it longer too. Just make sure to cook it till it’s lightly browned on top. Serve warm alongside your Thanksgiving turkey, or you can always make it to go along with a roasted chicken — no need to wait for Thanksgiving to enjoy this dish! I like mine best with gravy drizzled on top.

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Gluten Free Herbed Bread Stuffing Recipe | Jo-Lynne Shane (2024)

FAQs

What is gluten free stuffing made of? ›

Toasted gluten free bread cubes are tossed with sizzling Italian sausage, savory Parmesan cheese, buttery vegetables, and fresh herbs and garlic, then drizzled with just enough broth to create a stuffing that's creamy in the center and crispy on top after baking.

Why shouldn't you use stale bread for stuffing? ›

"If you're using stale bread and adding liquid, there will be nowhere for the liquid to go," says Seixas. "It's like when you're trying to cram more people into a fully booked flight. There's no space for extra moisture to fill." As a result, your stuffing will have a soggy texture.

Does it matter what bread you use for stuffing? ›

You can use almost any type of bread when you are making bread cubes for stuffing! Old French bread loaves, buns that weren't eaten, a few slices of bread from a homemade or store-bought loaf all work in this recipe.

What is bread stuffing made of? ›

Classic stuffing made with bread cubes, seasonings, and held together with chicken stock and eggs. A holiday staple!

Who makes gluten-free stuffing? ›

Gluten Free Stuffing - Olivia's Croutons Company Inc.

Is stuffing celiac safe? ›

Stuffing and Dressing

Stuffing the turkey with gluten-containing bread will contaminate the turkey itself making it unsafe to eat if you are celiac or have a gluten disorder. Instead, make your stuffing using gluten-free bread or in a separate dish to ensure no cross-contamination occurs.

What makes stuffing mushy? ›

You'll need day-old loaves to get stale so that the stuffing doesn't get too mushy. Don't cube that bread! Ragged, imperfect pieces of bread have more surface area; it's those nooks and crannies that give you good texture. Speaking of texture, that's what stuffing is all about--you want a mix of crispy and soft pieces.

Why is my stuffing gummy? ›

If the stuffing came out too wet and soggy (aka bread soup!) try not to over mix it, otherwise it'll turn into mush. Curtis Stone says to pour it on a large sheet tray and spread it out. Bake it on high heat to crisp it up, but make sure it doesn't burn.

Should I leave bread out overnight for stuffing? ›

If you use soft, fresh bread, you'll ultimately wind up with a soggy, mushy stuffing. So, how do you dry bread for stuffing? There are two ways to go about it. If you've planned your Thanksgiving dinner ahead of time, you can cut your bread into cubes and leave them out to become stale overnight.

Is it better to toast or dry bread for stuffing? ›

The Best Bread for Stuffing Is Oven-Dried | Epicurious.

What is the flat bread with pocket that is perfect for stuffing called? ›

Pita bread, also known as Arabic bread, Syrian bread, or pocket bread, is a round flatbread that is typically made from wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt. Its unique feature is the pocket that forms when baked, making it perfect for stuffing with all sorts of fillings.

Can you substitute bread crumbs for stuffing mix? ›

Just make sure you buy boxed, dry stuffing mix so you get the same effects as breadcrumbs. Keep in mind that the bread pieces in stuffing are larger than most store-bought breadcrumbs. So if you don't want bigger pieces of bread, crunch up the stuffing before incorporating it into your meatloaf.

Why 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.

What is Pepperidge Farm stuffing made of? ›

MADE FROM: ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, SUGAR, YEAST, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: VEGETABLE OILS (CANOLA AND/OR SUNFLOWER AND/OR PALM), MOLASSES, SPICES, CELERY, ONION POWDER, CALCIUM PROPIONATE TO EXTEND FRESHNESS, MALTED BARLEY ...

What is traditional stuffing made of? ›

The BEST traditional Thanksgiving Stuffing recipe, made with dried bread cubes, sausage, diced vegetables, and chicken broth.

What kind of dressing is gluten-free? ›

Below is a list of the ones labelled gluten-free:
  • Avocado Oil Caesar Dressing.
  • Avocado Oil Greek Dressing.
  • Avocado Oil Italian Dressing.
  • Avocado Oil Ranch Dressing.
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing.
  • Caesar Dressing.
  • Classic Oil & Vinegar Dressing.
  • Creamy Caesar Dressing.
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Are potatoes gluten-free? ›

The simple answer is yes — potatoes are gluten-free. Gluten is a type of protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and other grains. Potatoes aren't grains, they're a type of starchy vegetable. That's good news for people who can't tolerate gluten because they have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

How do you know if dressing is gluten-free? ›

Look for the words "gluten-free" just below the list of ingredients. Not all salad dressings are safe—Sesame Ginger, for example, contains wheat-based soy sauce. Many of Maple Grove Farms' products contain only cider or balsamic vinegar, not distilled vinegar—again, check the label.

Does stuffing contain gluten? ›

A lot of stuffing recipes you see out there contain wheat. This means your typical stuffing is not gluten-free. But by substituting in gluten-free bread you can make your very own home-made stuffing that tastes even better than the ordinary ones.

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