This ingredient adds a delicate, buttery crunch.

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When I was little, my Grandma Rachel was the queen of Thanksgiving.

For her stuffing, it waspine nuts.

An oval white baking dish with stuffing

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They elevate any basic recipe, even if youre using a boxed mix.

A light golden brown is perfect.

Sourdough is my favorite bread to use for stuffing.

A white bowl of pine nuts

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Its slight tanginess really complements the richness of the pine nuts.