Description
A savory and sweet stuffing bake combining sausage and apples for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 4 cups cubed bread
- 2 apples, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Brown sausage in a pan over medium heat, then set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and celery until soft.
- Combine sausage, bread cubes, apples, onions, celery, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour melted butter and chicken broth over mixture, stirring gently.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best texture.
- Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American