Italian sausage stuffing is a hearty, flavorful twist on the traditional holiday side dish, bringing together savory sausage, aromatic herbs, and crusty bread for a rich, satisfying bite. The combination of seasoned Italian sausage, sauteed onion, celery and fresh herbs makes this stuffing extra-flavorful, while the bread absorbs all the delicious juices. Whether you¡¯re serving it alongside Thanksgiving turkey or as part of a cozy family dinner, this stuffing is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It¡¯s comforting, packed with flavor and easy to make, perfect for any festive occasion.
Ingredients:
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? 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, depending on your preference)
? 10 cups cubed bread (day-old or toasted)
? 1 large onion, finely chopped
? 3 celery stalks, chopped
? 3 garlic cloves, minced
? 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
? 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ? tsp dried thyme)
? 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped (or ? tsp dried sage)
? 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
? ? cup unsalted butter, melted
? Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions:
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1. Prepare the bread: Preheat your oven to 350¡ãF (175¡ãC). Spread the cubed bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10¨C15 minutes, or until golden
and slightly crispy. Set aside.
2. Cook the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it
cooks. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
3. Saut¨¦ the vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic. Saut¨¦ for 5¨C7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
4. Mix the stuffing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, saut¨¦ed vegetables, parsley, thyme, sage, salt, and pepper.
Pour in the melted butter and chicken broth, stirring until the bread is moistened but not soggy.
5. Bake: Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9¡Á13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional
15¨C20 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
6. Serve: Serve the Italian sausage stuffing warm, either as a side dish or stuffed inside a turkey.
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This Italian sausage stuffing is savory, herbaceous, and bursting with flavor, making it a perfect addition to your holiday table or any special meal.
