I finally nailed it!
It took three very different attempts. But finally I have perfected a basic stuffing to put on the Thanksgiving table (this is for YOU sister dear!)!
Let me first share that I am not a huge connoisseur of stuffing…it was always Stove Top growing up…and, well…nothing to get too excited about (hmmm…I wonder why, lol!).
I never realized fresh stuffing tastes SO much better!
There was a recipe I was using from the 1950’s that had kale, Italian sausage, and Parmesan…it was really a knock-out stuffing. BUT it used gluten filled French crusty bread.
But to recreate a gluten-free version…I wanted to keep it simple to start and then add in fun goodies later.
Ways to change you gluten free stuffing up
- like sweet-tart varieties? Throw in some diced tart apples or chopped cranberries.
- If you like meaty versions, ground-up cooked sausage would be good.
- If cheesy fits your bill (and your body’s!) then add some Parmesan or Pecorino Romano.
- like wetter varieties? The add an additional cup of stock!
- sautéed thinly sliced kale might be tasty (no tough stalks though)
- if you would like to make a vegetarian stuffing, make you use a super flavor for vegetable broth!
For today, be happy with this crowd-pleasing version and look forward to all the creative things you can do if that is what you wish.
What way do you like YOUR stuffing?
Choosing your gluten free bread for stuffing
I chose to use weight for the bread as every gluten free bread weighs differently.
Some people have homemade bread, and I figured this was the best way to get the most consistent results.
For this recipe, I used Udi’s Chia Millet bread. If your bread is super dense….it might effect the absorbency. So if your stuffing seems extra dry…it’s ok to add more!
Additional gluten free holiday recipes:
I have many gluten free and paleo holiday recipe you could peruse.
- My paleo and gluten free green bean casserole is one of my Thanksgiving favorites!
- The day after turkey day, I love to make my homemade turkey noodle soup with the carcass and leftover meat!
- My roasted butternut squash is simple and easy to prepare!
- This quick orange cranberry sauce would make a great topping to all your Thanksgiving plate!
- Scalloped sweet potatoes with bacon….need I say more?!
- How about a full Thanksgiving menu for food allergies?
Gluten Free Stuffing Recipe:
If you try this classic homemade stuffing recipe, be sure to come back and leave a comment
Gluten Free Stuffing
Ingredients
- 1 pound favorite gluten free bread I used Udi's Chia-Millet
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil better for high heat sauteing than olive oil
- 2 medium onions diced
- 4 celery stalks diced
- 1 teaspoon sage I used fresh, but dry would work too!
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Pepper to taste
- 2 cups gluten free chicken broth or veggie broth. Use a homemade or high quality one with lots flavor for best results.
- 2 large large eggs or 2 teaspoons chia meal mixed with 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
- Dice the bread into 1/2"-1" cubes and distribute in a single layer on a cookie sheet. (these are mine that I have had for years and LOVE!)
- Bake for 12-17 minutes until the cubes are dried and crispy (much like a crouton). While the cubes are toasting, heat the avocado oil over medium heat.
- Saute the onion and celery for 8-10 minutes until soft.
- Add in the spices and stir to warm and mix them.
- Toss in the chicken broth and eggs and mix well.
- Put the mixture into a greased 3 quart baking dish.
- Cover and bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid (or foil) and let it get crispy in the oven for another 10 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition
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Hi Tessa,
I have chosen your recipe as one of my features for this weeks Real Food Fridays Blog Hop that goes live tomorrow @ 7pm EST. Thanks for being part of Real Food Fridays blog hop.
Yum, this looks great! My first year being GF everyone was afraid that making GF stuffing would be gross and dry, so I added some canned pears and it was the most delicious stuffing ever. Unfortunately, since I winged it I have no idea what else I put in it and have never quite successfully recreated it 😉
Thanks so much for sharing this on Waste Not Want Not Wednesday, I’ve pinned it 🙂
I have NOT seen a stuffing like this before! You don’t use any sausage!! I am determined to make a stuffing, but I cannot eat breads or dairy or nuts or fruits… So it’s going to be TOUGH! lol
That IS a tough order Gigi…lots of paleo recipes out there, you would just have to leave the nuts out..!
Hey tissa.. a lovely recipe, i didn’t try it before but i will go for it now.. really good..
This is one to try this Christmas when here in the UK, we enjoy a big turkey. I do hope you are enjoying a wonderful Thanksgiving meal with your family. Rebecca x
Fabulous timing my dear! Featuring this stuffing this week on AFW 🙂 And maybe I will actually get to make this to go with Christmas dinner next month when life settles down.
Hi Tessa! Just to let you know I am featuring this lovely stuffing in my H&S post this week 🙂
I am still debating if I want to try dressing this year. I am getting up my courage 🙂 LOL Got this tweeted and pinned!
Stove Top stuffing is my guilty pleasure, but I make a delicious celery and apricot stuffing as well as a good sausage stuffing. Your Gluten Free Holiday stuffing sounds fantastic with the lovely herbs and flavours you have used. I like how simple it is and yet how delicious it sounds!
Thanks for submitting this to My Meatless Mondays. It is my pleasure to feature it. I love stuffing and this looks like one that belongs on the top of the list.
Thanks for helping me get ready for my first gluten-free Thanksgiving! I’ve seen a lot of recipes, but I think I’m going to pick yours! Thanks for linking up on Gluten-Free Monday at OneCreativeMommy.com.
Perfect. <3
Thanks so much for linking up to "Simple Meals Friday". Hope to see you again next week!
http://littleowlcrunchymomma.blogspot.com/2012/11/simple-meals-friday-7.html
We just make corn bread and crumble it up. Add the onion, celery, egg, broth, salt, pepper, and sage. Corn bread is GF. This is southern style stuffing.
Thank YOU Linda!
You did a great job. That stuffing looks delicious. Thanks for sharing it at Gluten-Free Wednesdays.
@ Michelle…I was going to work on a french bread recipe this week too! We'll have to compare!
Tessa, I think about a dish, then find out you've already mastered it. Thanks for taking all the leg-work out of it for me 🙂 This looks fantastic! I am trying my hand at a gluten-free french bread recipe this week. (I have my doubts, the recipe just looks too simple.) If it works, I could use it for stuffing. However, my husband has never been a big stuffing eater, so I'm not going to all the work (he's the only one w/ a wheat allergy) if he doesn't want it.
Thanks for sharing this Thanksgiving favorite! I'll let you know how the french bread turns out.
Hi! Just wanted to let you know I included this dish in my post, An Allergy Friendly Thanksgiving Menu — linked back to you and everything 🙂 Have a great holiday!
http://allergyfreecookery.blogspot.com/2011/11/allergy-friendly-virtual-thanksgiving.html
Welcome Chelsea!
What a fabulous recipe! I must try this for thanksgiving, thank you so much!
Hi Tessa,
I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's difficult to get the base just right. This is great. Thanks Tessa.
Be Well,
–Amber