Savory Sausage Herb Stuffing

Elenor Craig

Embark on a culinary journey with this luscious, savory sausage stuffing, inspired by traditional Thanksgiving flavors yet delicious enough to be a centerpiece any time of year. This dish boasts a harmonious blend of aromatic herbs, rustic bread, and succulent sausage, making it a must-have addition to your dining table.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 30

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings portions

Calories 426 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
1 cup celery diced
1 cup onion finely chopped
1 cup carrots shredded
1 tbsp garlic minced
10 cups rustic bread cubed and slightly stale
2 tbsp fresh sage chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme chopped
2 cups chicken broth low sodium
2 tbsp butter melted
1 tsp salt to taste
1 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the cubed bread on a baking tray and toast for about 10 minutes until golden to ensure a crispy texture.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled. Remove the sausage and set aside.
In the same skillet, add celery, onion, carrots, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, chopped sage, and thyme. Stir to integrate the flavors evenly.
Slowly add chicken broth and melted butter to the mixture, stirring gently. The goal is to moisten the bread without making it soggy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is crispy and golden brown.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, consider substituting the sausage with plant-based crumbles and using vegetable broth. You can also prepare the stuffing a day ahead, with final baking done just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 426kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 13gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 879mgPotassium: 413mgFiber: 3gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 2821IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg

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