Description
Sausage & Herb Stuffing is a timeless holiday side dish known for its rich, savory combination of seasoned bread cubes, aromatic herbs, and perfectly browned sausage. This versatile recipe complements any festive meal and is a must-have for Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. Easy to prepare and utterly satisfying, it brings warmth and nostalgia to the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 package (10-14 oz) seasoned bread stuffing mix
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 1 pound pork sausage (e.g., Jimmy Dean Original)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Stock:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine onion, celery, butter, chicken stock, black pepper, and poultry seasoning.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Cook Sausage:
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage, breaking it into small chunks.
- Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Place the seasoned bread stuffing mix in a large bowl.
- Add the cooked sausage and stir gently to combine.
- Add Liquid:
- Gradually mix the chicken stock mixture into the bread and sausage, stirring gently after each addition.
- If the bread cubes seem too dry, adjust the consistency with milk.
- Bake:
- Transfer the mixture to a buttered 3-quart casserole dish.
- Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour, or until the stuffing is hot and the top is lightly browned.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour