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    Home » Thanksgiving

    These Stuffing Recipes Always Get More Compliments Than the Turkey

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated November 18, 2025 · Published November 18, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    These 11 stuffing recipes are sure to steal the show at your holiday table. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, they bring a unique twist to the classic dish, making them favorites among family and friends. Whether you prefer something savory or a bit sweet, these recipes will have everyone asking for seconds.

    Caramelized Onion and Miso Stuffing

    Caramelized Onion and Miso Stuffing Recipe
    Photo Credit: Tried and True Recipe.

    Stuffing with caramelized onions and miso is a fantastic option for Thanksgiving. It brings a deep flavor that's both a bit sweet and salty, which pairs perfectly with your holiday feast. This dish adds a special touch to the table and is sure to impress your guests.

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    Sausage Cornbread Stuffing

    Sausage Cornbread Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    Sausage cornbread stuffing is a fantastic side dish for holiday meals. It features tasty chicken apple sausage mixed with fresh apples and cornbread, creating a delicious combination. This stuffing is sure to impress your guests and complement your turkey perfectly.

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    Vegan Stuffing

    Vegan Stuffing Recipe
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    This vegan stuffing is a fantastic choice for holiday meals. It's filled with wholesome ingredients and provides a delicious option that everyone can appreciate. Perfect for adding a little something special to your table, this stuffing is sure to impress your guests.

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    Easy Sage & Sausage Stuffing

    Easy Sausage Stuffing Recipe
    Photo Credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Sage and onion sausage stuffing combines flavorful herbs with savory sausage, creating a dish that everyone enjoys. It's a great addition to holiday meals and cozy dinners, and it's bound to be a favorite at your table.

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    Classic Slow Cooker Stuffing

    Classic Slow Cooker Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Peas and Crayons.

    Slow Cooker Stuffing is a fantastic option that allows you to save oven space for other meals. It's simple to prepare and cooks while you focus on the rest of your holiday feast. This dish is sure to impress your guests and is perfect for any gathering.

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    Herb and Apple Stuffing

    Herb and Apple Turkey Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This stuffing recipe adds a festive touch to your holiday meal. It goes perfectly with turkey, bringing a delicious blend of flavors to your table. It's a great way to enhance your holiday spread and impress your guests.

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    Instant Pot Stuffing

    Stuffing Recipe in the Instant Pot
    Photo Credit: The Foreign Fork.

    Stuffing is an essential part of holiday meals, and using an Instant Pot to make it is a real time-saver. This recipe blends sweet and savory flavors together, and the pot-in-pot method makes it easy to prepare. It's a dish you'll want to make over and over.

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    Sausage Stuffing

    Stuffing Recipe
    Photo Credit: Cooking With Karli.

    Homemade stuffing is a crowd-pleaser at Thanksgiving dinner. Combining fresh bread, tasty sausage, and a blend of herbs, it adds a delicious touch to the meal. Your guests will love it and might even ask for the recipe.

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    Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing

    Overnight Sausage and Sage Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Overnight stuffing is a staple for Thanksgiving gatherings. It combines crispy bread, tender vegetables, savory sausage, and fragrant sage, creating a dish that everyone will love. This stuffing is sure to be a hit at the table, often stealing the spotlight from the turkey.

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    Homemade Bread Stuffing

    Homemade Bread Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Longbourn Farm.

    Homemade bread stuffing is an easy side dish that goes well with any meal, not just turkey. It's made with just a few ingredients and comes together smoothly, providing a nice flavor without being too soggy. This dish is a great addition to your table, whether it's a holiday feast or a regular dinner.

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    Focaccia and Bacon Stuffing

    Focaccia and Bacon Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Focaccia and Bacon Stuffing gives a new twist to a classic dish. The rich olive oil in the Italian bread pairs perfectly with crispy bacon, resulting in a hearty and satisfying stuffing. This combination brings a delightful flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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