Sausage and Apple Stuffing
This sausage and apple stuffing combines savory sausage, sweet apples, and seasoned bread cubes for a deliciously hearty side dish. Perfect for holiday dinners or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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500 g sausage meat (or crumbled sausage)
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1 loaf of crusty bread (about 8 cups), cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 large onion, finely chopped
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2 celery stalks, finely chopped
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2 apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
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1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
How To Do
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1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway, until they are golden and slightly crisp. Set aside.
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2.In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage meat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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3.In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the diced apples and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
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4.In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, parsley, sage, thyme, black pepper, and salt to taste.
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5.Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the mixture and gently toss to moisten the bread. Add the beaten eggs and mix until everything is evenly combined.
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6.Lightly grease a baking dish and spread the stuffing mixture evenly.
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7.Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
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8.Sprinkle additional chopped parsley on top before serving for a fresh touch. Serve warm as a side dish to your main meal.