Sausage, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffing
Savor the flavors of our delightful Sausage, Apple, and Cranberry Stuffing, a perfect addition to any holiday meal or cozy family dinner. This comforting side dish features a tantalizing blend of savory sausage, crisp apples, and tart cranberries that come together in a harmonious mix of taste and texture. Ideal for impressing guests at festive gatherings or simply enhancing your weeknight meals, this stuffing recipe is sure to become a favorite. Easy to prepare and versatile, it can be made ahead of time for stress-free entertaining.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken or turkey sausage (removed from casings)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 celery stalks (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 8 cups cubed rustic bread
- 2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Fresh herbs: sage and thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned; crumble and set aside.
- Sauté onion, celery, and garlic until softened. Add apples and cranberries; cook briefly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine bread cubes with cooked sausage and sautéed mixture; stir in herbs.
- Pour in broth and melted butter; mix gently until moistened.
- Transfer to the baking dish; cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg