Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing
A beloved holiday side dish made with fresh herbs, sausage, and bread cubes, perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Pork sausage Use good quality sausage for better flavor.
- 1 medium Apple, peeled and diced Adds a hint of sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh sage, chopped Use fresh for the best flavor.
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups Bread cubes
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
Prepping the Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, add your pork sausage and cook it over medium heat until browned.
- Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, chopped celery, and minced garlic for 5-7 minutes until the onions are translucent.
Mixing It All Together
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables.
- Add the diced apple and fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, and sage).
- Gently fold in the bread cubes and pour in the chicken broth gradually, stirring until the bread is moistened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Baking Your Stuffing
- Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the stuffing to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispier top, uncover the baking dish for the last 10 minutes of baking. You can prepare this stuffing ahead of time and bake it before your meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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