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Savory Sausage and Herb Stuffing

A classic sausage stuffing recipe packed with flavor, perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Mild or spicy, your preference
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 8 cups Cubed Bread Day-old bread works best
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the onion and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, sausage mixture, broth, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and parsley (if using). Mix well to combine.
  5. Pour the stuffing mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Dot the top with butter.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  8. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a crispier topping, broil the stuffing for the last 2-3 minutes of baking. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or mushrooms to the stuffing for extra flavor and nutrients.