Teresa's Recipes
Sausage and Apple Stuffing
Elevate your holiday meal with this delightful Sausage and Apple Stuffing. The savory richness of the sausage beautifully complements the sweet, juicy apples, while the aromatic herbs and buttery vegetables create a harmony of flavors. This stuffing not only serves as a perfect side dish for turkey or chicken but also brings warmth and comfort to any festive gathering. Historically, stuffing dates back to ancient times, often used as a way to flavor meats and make the most of available ingredients. Enjoy this modern take that pays homage to tradition while tantalizing your taste buds!
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dried sage
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1, peeled, cored, and diced Apple (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 stalks, diced Celery
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 1 pound, casings removed Sausage (pork or turkey)
- 8 cups Bread cubes (preferably day-old or crusty bread)
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Sugar: 2g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish (about 3-quart capacity).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and apple. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the apple is slightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetable and apple mixture, chicken broth, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Mix until the bread is evenly moistened.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
Tips
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans to the stuffing mixture.
- Feel free to use a combination of fresh herbs such as thyme and parsley for a more aromatic stuffing.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.