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
  • 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 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
  • 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

What is Christmas stuffing made from? ›

Meat stuffing

This is classic stuffing taken up a notch: mix beautiful pork shoulder with slow-cooked leeks and onions, smoky bacon and chestnuts, then bake until golden and gnarly. And, trust us, the addition of peaches and clementines makes all the difference.

What can I add to stuffing for more flavor? ›

Fruit, especially dried fruit like raisins, cranberries, figs and apricots can seriously improve a dreary box of stuffing. That bit of sweetness plays beautifully with other flavors on the table. I've found that fresh fruits like apples and pears are stellar as well.

Is it better to make 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).

What is British stuffing made of? ›

Stuffing consists of a mixture of savoury ingredients such as breadcrumbs, herbs, fruit, nuts, sausagemeat and onion which are bound together with egg or liquid to form a semi-solid mixture. It is usually cooked with roast meat such as chicken, pork or lamb and is served as an accompaniment to the sliced, cooked meat.

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

Any attempts to make stuffing with soft, fresh baked bread will result in a bread soup with a soggy texture. Follow this tip: Stale, dried-out bread makes the best stuffing.

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.

Why is turkey stuffing so good? ›

When made from scratch and seasoned right, it is rich, moist and savory, shot through with different textures and flavors that give cooks plenty of room to play. That basic amalgamation of starch, fat and aromatics is indisputably delicious.

What is stuffing called when it's not in a turkey? ›

Stuffing and dressing are commonly used as different names for the same thing—a dish consisting of bits of bread (or other starchy things) and various seasonings. The dish can be made by stuffing it (hence the name) inside a turkey or other bird that will be roasted, or by baking or cooking it separately.

Should you stir stuffing? ›

The bread in the stuffing absorbs moisture, but if it's dry (as it should be, see above), it takes some time for the liquid to settle in. I suggest adding a little at a time, say 1 cup of broth for every 4 cups of dry mix. Give it a good stir, then let it sit for a minute. The stuffing should be moist but not wet.

Why does my stuffing come out mushy? ›

If the stuffing came out too wet and soggy (aka bread soup!) try not to over mix it, otherwise it'll turn into mush.

Is stock or broth better for stuffing? ›

Homemade stock is the best, but if you don't have homemade, a good store bought stock will work as well. If you use a store bought stock, try to buy one with no/low sodium. I personally have started using bone broth in my stuffing and LOVE it.

Why can't you refrigerate uncooked stuffing? ›

USDA recommends that you never refrigerate uncooked stuffing. Why? Remember, stuffing can harbor bacteria, and though bacteria grow slower in the refrigerator they can cause problems because stuffing is a good medium for bacteria growth, therefore a higher risk food in terms of cooking safely.

Does stove top stuffing taste good? ›

The verdict: It's often said that we eat with our eyes first, and Stove Top's Traditional Sage stuffing was far and away the most visually appealing. Tasters appreciated that there was a a decent crunch in each bite, but we were most impressed by its seasoning.

Should I put eggs in my stuffing? ›

The most important ingredient of stuffing may be the binder, which keeps all the other elements in place. For a fluffy texture, use eggs. Stock is the most-used binder. Less conventional possibilities include fruit juice (such as apple or orange) and alcohol (wine or liqueur).

How to make stuffing with Nigella? ›

Ingredients
  1. 40 grams butter (chopped)
  2. 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  3. 40 grams macadamia nuts (chopped)
  4. 2 rashers bacon (chopped)
  5. 50 grams breadcrumbs (day-old)
  6. 83 millilitres pears (grated)
  7. 1½ grams fresh sage (chopped)
  8. 1½ grams dried cranberries.

How soggy should stuffing be before baking? ›

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.

What is homemade stuffing made of? ›

Classic stuffing made with bread cubes, seasonings, and held together with chicken stock and eggs.

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