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Classic Savory Sausage Stuffing

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A reliable, herb-filled sausage stuffing recipe that bakes up moist inside with a crisp, golden top, perfect for holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 cups dried bread cubes (about 1 pound)
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the bulk pork sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until it is fully browned. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion and celery to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the dried sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  5. In a very large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes and the sausage-vegetable mixture. Toss gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
  6. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and the lightly beaten eggs.
  7. Pour the broth and egg mixture over the bread cube mixture. Toss everything together until the bread is evenly moistened. Do not overmix.
  8. Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  9. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is heated through.

Notes

  • For make ahead stuffing: Prepare the recipe completely through step 7. Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Before baking, let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, then bake as directed, adding 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time if needed.
  • To scale for two servings: Use half of all ingredients and bake in a small (1.5 quart) casserole dish for about 30 minutes.
  • For a crispier top, uncover the dish for the last 10 minutes of baking.

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