Vegetarian Classic Stuffing with Gravy

Transform your holiday table with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Classic Stuffing with Gravy, a comforting twist on a beloved tradition. Featuring perfectly toasted cubes of whole wheat or white bread, sautéed aromatic vegetables, and a fragrant blend of herbs like sage, thyme, and rosemary, this dish packs all the savory goodness of a classic stuffing—minus the meat. The crowning touch is a velvety homemade vegetarian gravy, enriched with nutritional yeast and soy sauce for a delightful umami boost. Ready in just 90 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is as satisfying as it is wholesome, with every bite brimming with cozy, festive flavors. Whether you're hosting a vegetarian Thanksgiving or looking for a side dish that pleases all palates, this stuffing and gravy combo is sure to be the star of your meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 10 cups cubed stale bread (preferably whole wheat or white)
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 2 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme (for gravy)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the cubed bread onto a large baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the bread is dry and slightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 0.5 cup of butter. Add the diced onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, 0.25 cup of chopped fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons dried sage, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon dried rosemary. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable mixture with the toasted bread cubes. Pour in 2 cups of vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is crispy and golden.

Step 6

While the stuffing is baking, prepare the vegetarian gravy: In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Whisk in 0.25 cup of all-purpose flour to form a paste.

Step 7

Slowly whisk in 1 cup of vegetable broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, and 0.5 teaspoon of dried thyme. Continue to whisk as the gravy thickens, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste. If the gravy is too thick, thin it with a bit more vegetable broth.

Step 9

Once the stuffing is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with the prepared vegetarian gravy on the side or drizzled on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2645.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4479.3

Total Fat 122.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.0g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 11470.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 719.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.3g	0%
Total Sugars 69.6g
Protein 152.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1263.4mg	0%
Iron 44.3mg	0%
Potassium 4995.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.0%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 62.7%