Sausage and Apple Stuffing
Savor the warmth of our Sausage and Apple Stuffing, a perfect blend of savory sausage and sweet apples. This delightful dish features fluffy bread soaked in aromatic chicken broth, creating a comforting staple for any holiday feast or cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, diced
- 6 cups day-old bread cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and crumbled.
- Add onions and celery; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in apples and fresh herbs; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl; gently fold in bread cubes until coated.
- Pour chicken broth over the mix until moistened but not soggy.
- Place in the greased baking dish; cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg