Ingredients
– 1 pound sausage (bulk or casings removed)
– 1 cup diced onion
– 1 cup diced celery
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 8 cups cubed bread (preferably day-old)
– 1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
– 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
Follow these simple steps for mouthwatering Sausage Stuffing:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until it’s browned and cooked through. Break it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and celery to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Melt Butter: In a separate large bowl, melt the butter.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cubed bread to the bowl of melted butter. Mix in the sautéed sausage and vegetables, herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined.
6. Add Broth: Gradually pour in the chicken broth, mixing until the bread is moist but not soggy.
7. Incorporate Eggs: Fold in the beaten eggs to bind the mixture together.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the stuffing mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish or similar sized casserole.
9. Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
10. Cool Slightly: Let the stuffing cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll create an incredible Sausage Stuffing that’s both delicious and memorable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 12g