Name: Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Ingredients: 1 pound ground sausage; 1 onion, finely chopped; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced; 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 10 cups cubed sourdough bread; 2 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Description

Are you ready to stuff your tastebuds with happiness? Dive into this Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing, a perfect cozy companion for your dinner table. The flavors blend like a dream and make your meal feel extra special.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound ground sausage
1 onion, finely chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
10 cups cubed sourdough bread
2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F and get ready for the magic.

Step 2: Brown the Sausage

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage. Once done, set it aside.

Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables

In the same skillet, toss in onion and celery, cooking until they’re soft and friendly. This should take about 5 minutes.

Step 4: Add the Apples and Herbs

Mix in apples, sage, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let them party together for a few more minutes.

Step 5: Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the sausage, onion-celery-apple mix, and bread cubes. They’ll become besties in no time.

Step 6: Add Broth and Butter

Pour over chicken broth and melted butter, giving everything a gentle toss. Make sure every piece of bread gets a little love.

Step 7: Bake the Stuffing

Spoon the stuffing into a greased baking dish and pop it into the oven for around 35-45 minutes, until the top is golden and crispy.

Step 8: Serve and Enjoy

Time to dig in! Serve this stuffing warm and let it steal the show.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Pair the stuffing with roasted meats, turkey, or enjoy it as a standalone dish.

Storage Tips

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions

Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, about 15-20 minutes.

Customizations

Feel free to customize the stuffing with your favorite nuts, dried fruits, or different herbs for added flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes