Okay, friends, let's talk stuffing! Not the boring, bland kind, but the kind that makes your taste buds do a happy dance. I'm talking about a sausage and herb stuffing so good, it'll steal the spotlight at any meal.
I recently whipped up this masterpiece, and let me tell you, it was a smash hit. The secret? A generous dose of fresh herbs – sage, rosemary, and parsley – combined with the savory goodness of sweet Italian sausage. Forget those dry, flavorless stuffings of the past. This recipe is all about vibrant, feel-good flavors.
Now, I'm all about making life easier, so this recipe uses store-bought stuffing cubes. Don't judge! It saves so much time, and trust me, the end result is still phenomenal. We're talking a symphony of sautéed onions, garlic, and celery mingling with the herby sausage and bread cubes. The whole thing is then baked to golden-brown perfection, with a delightful crunchy top that makes each bite an experience. Mmm, are you drooling yet?
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Ingredients for Flavor Town:
- 8 cups (14 oz) store-bought unseasoned stuffing cubes
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups diced yellow onion (about 1 large or 2 small onions)
- 1 cup diced celery (from 3 large stalks)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 pound bulk sweet Italian sausage
- 2 ¾ cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped sage
- ¼ cup fresh chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Let's Get Stuffing!
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. We're aiming for non-stick, easy cleanup and a beautiful presentation.
- In a large bowl, give your stuffing cubes a cozy home.
- Next, melt the butter in a large sauté pan. Add the onions and celery, cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for two more minutes – keep it moving to get that aromatic magic. Then, transfer this savory goodness to the bowl of stuffing cubes. Don’t wash the pan yet, or you'll miss the next flavour boosting step.
- In the same pan, cook the sausage over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, breaking it into small pieces. Once browned and cooked through, add to the bowl with the bread and veggies, along with all that tasty sausage fat.
- Now, stir in the chicken broth, beaten egg, rosemary, sage, parsley, salt, and pepper. Make sure the bread is soft and moistened. Transfer this flavour packed mix to your prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 65-75 minutes, uncovered, until the top is deeply golden and crisp. Don't worry if you sneak a forkful or two, we all do!
Notes:
- If you can’t find bulk sausage, just remove the casings from regular sausage.
And there you have it! A stuffing recipe that’s not only delicious but also packed with healthy herbs and savory sausage. It's perfect for the holidays, but honestly, I’d happily eat it any day of the year. For more healthy recipe inspiration and seamless meal planning, don't forget to check out Menuistia. Happy cooking!