Creating Delicious Grandma’s Thanksgiving Stuffing is a streamlined process if you follow the steps below:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Bread: If the bread isn’t day-old, cut it into cubes and allow it to dry out for several hours or toast it lightly in the oven for a few minutes.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
4. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic, chopped sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the herbs to release their aroma.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, walnuts, and cranberries (if using).
6. Add Broth and Eggs: Gradually mix in the chicken broth, starting with 2 cups. Add the beaten eggs and combine everything until well-moistened. If the mixture seems dry, add more broth as needed.
7. Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
8. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown on top.
9. Rest Before Serving: Allow the stuffing to rest for about 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. This allows the flavors to meld and makes it easier to serve.

By using this step-by-step guide, you can easily recreate Grandma’s beloved Thanksgiving stuffing, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering scents that will draw your family to the table!