13 Stuffings and Savory Bakes That Outshine the Main Dish

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Some dishes are meant to steal the spotlight, and these stuffings and savory bakes do just that. With golden tops, rich flavors, and comforting textures, they’re the kind of sides everyone remembers first.

Perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, or cozy weekends at home, each recipe proves that the best part of the meal isn’t always the main course.

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Herb Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Kim Schob

Create the perfect holiday side dish with this easy herb stuffing recipe! Crispy on top, tender inside, and packed with fresh herbs and garlic.
Get The Recipe: Easy Garlic Herb Stuffing.

Cranberry Apple Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Caroline’s Cooking

This cranberry apple stuffing is an easy, tasty mix of savory herbs & gently sweet bursts of fruit, nestled in a bread base that’s part pillow-soft, part crisp—a great side dish.
Get The Recipe: Cranberry apple stuffing – Caroline’s Cooking.

Mom’s Sausage Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Flavorful Eats

Mom’s Sausage Stuffing recipe is a homemade stuffing made with sausage, onion, garlic, celery, hand-torn bread, and a generous blend of spices. It’s always a big hit, and Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without it!
Get The Recipe: Mom’s Sausage Stuffing.

Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Kim Schob

Make delicious cornbread stuffing with Jiffy mix in just 45 minutes! This easy side dish combines sweet cornbread with savory herbs to create the perfect addition to a holiday or weeknight dinner.
Get The Recipe: Homemade Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing Recipe.

Sourdough Stuffing

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Add this delicious Sourdough Stuffing to your next holiday or Sunday dinner! This is a
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Traditional Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

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Photo Credit: Pear Tree Kitchen

Holiday meals wouldn’t be complete without cornbread stuffing! Fluffy and moist in the middle with crispy, lightly dried edges.
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Rutabaga Bacon And Date Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Caroline’s Cooking

This tasty rutabaga, date, and bacon stuffing has a lovely mix of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy and rich, it’s a perfect accompaniment to a festive dinner.
Get The Recipe: Rutabaga, date and bacon stuffing – Caroline’s Cooking.

Sweet Potato Casserole

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Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

This Traditional Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is made with smooth and creamy mashed sweet potatoes and topped with brown sugar, pecans, and gooey mini marshmallows. Everyone’s favorite sweet and savory side dish, made with sweet potatoes, is a must-have on any Thanksgiving table.
Get The Recipe: Sweet Potato Casserole (with Marshmallows).

Cauliflower Stuffing With Sausage And Pecans

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Cauliflower stuffing is a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional stuffing. Packed with sausage, cauliflower, onions, celery, and
Get The Recipe: Cauliflower Stuffing with Sausage and Pecans.

Herb Sausage Stuffing Keto Low Carb Gluten Free

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Photo Credit: Keto Cooking Christian

A low-carb and keto-friendly version of stuffing, featuring cubes of herbed bread and ground sausage, makes a perfect addition to your Thanksgiving feast!
Get The Recipe: Herb Sausage Stuffing Keto/Low Carb/Gluten Free.

Pear Cranberry Sausage Stuffing

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Photo Credit: Caroline’s Cooking

This pear, cranberry, and sausage stuffing combines a great variety of seasonal flavors into a delicious side dish for a festive meal. Also works well alone with veg.
Get The Recipe: Pear, cranberry and sausage stuffing – Caroline’s Cooking.

Stuffing Topped Chicken Pot Pie

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Photo Credit: The Cookin’ Chicks

This Stuffing-Topped Chicken Pot Pie is a fun twist on the classic dish! Packed with flavor and budget-friendly, this is great comfort food!
Get The Recipe: Stuffing Topped Chicken Pot Pie – The Cookin Chicks.

Smoked Stuffing Dressing

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Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Cooking the stuffing in the smoker is a delicious addition to a turkey side. This smoked stuffing is the ultimate in comfort food with a mild, smoky flavor.
Get The Recipe: Smoked Stuffing | Dressing.

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