Cozy Introduction
This savory sausage and sage stuffing is a hearty, aromatic, and satisfying dish that perfectly complements holiday feasts or Sunday dinners. With its rich flavors and delightful texture, this stuffing will quickly become a cherished family favorite.
Flavorful Ingredients
This delicious stuffing features a blend of sage, savory sausage, onion, and celery, combined with buttery bread cubes. These ingredients come together to create a rich flavor profile that is both comforting and festive.
Prep Information
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Serving Size: 1 cup
Ingredients
- Bread: 8 cups toasted bread cubes
- Sausage Mixture: 1 pound sausage, 1 onion (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- Herbs: 2 teaspoons dried sage, salt, and pepper to taste
- Liquid Ingredients: 2 cups chicken broth, 2 eggs (beaten)
Instructions
- Toast the bread cubes in the oven at 350°F until golden.
- In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Add onion and celery until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, sausage mixture, herbs, and broth. Stir in beaten eggs.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Tips for Success
Use sturdy bread like sourdough for the best texture. To keep your stuffing moist, add broth gradually and don’t overbake. Prepare the stuffing a day ahead for easier assembly.
Variations
Add diced apples for sweetness, dried cranberries for tartness, or mushrooms for earthiness. You can also substitute with chicken sausage for a lighter option.
Serving Suggestions
This stuffing is perfect served alongside turkey, ham, or roast chicken, making your holiday meals even more special.
Conclusion
We hope you enjoy making and sharing this delightful sausage and sage stuffing recipe. Don’t forget to save, share, or comment on your thoughts!
If you love this, try my Cranberry Orange Bread.
Inspired by Bon Appétit’s classic stuffing technique.
Easy Sausage and Sage Stuffing – The Ultimate Holiday Side Dish
Description
This Sausage and Sage Stuffing is the heart of every holiday table — savory, aromatic, and perfectly golden. Made with buttery bread cubes, flavorful sausage, and fresh herbs like sage, thyme, and parsley, it delivers the perfect balance of crispy edges and tender, moist bites inside. Whether baked in a dish or served alongside roasted turkey, this classic recipe brings comforting, homemade flavor to every celebration.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Toast the bread cubes in the oven at 350°F until golden.
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In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Add onion and celery until softened.
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In a large bowl, combine toasted bread, sausage mixture, herbs, and broth. Stir in beaten eggs.
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Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Note
Tips for Success
Use sturdy bread like sourdough for the best texture. To keep your stuffing moist, add broth gradually and don’t overbake. Prepare the stuffing a day ahead for easier assembly.
Variations
Add diced apples for sweetness, dried cranberries for tartness, or mushrooms for earthiness. You can also substitute with chicken sausage for a lighter option.
Serving Suggestions
This stuffing is perfect served alongside turkey, ham, or roast chicken, making your holiday meals even more special.
Conclusion
We hope you enjoy making and sharing this delightful sausage and sage stuffing recipe. Don’t forget to save, share, or comment on your thoughts!
If you love this, try my Cranberry Orange Bread.
Inspired by Bon Appétit’s classic stuffing technique.
