Apple-Cranberry Sausage Stuffing
Apple-Cranberry Sausage Stuffing is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for autumn gatherings and holiday feasts. This comforting dish combines juicy Italian sausage, crisp apples, tart cranberries, and aromatic herbs, creating a mouthwatering stuffing that will impress your family and friends. With its enticing aroma and beautiful presentation, it’s not just a side dish; it’s the star of the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 2 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, diced
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 5 cups stale bread cubes
- 1 to 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until golden brown.
- Add chopped onion and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Fold in diced apples and cranberries; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until apples are tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the sausage mixture with stale bread cubes.
- Pour in chicken broth along with thyme and sage; mix gently until moist but not soggy.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, substitute regular bread with gluten-free bread. Feel free to swap sausage with mushrooms for a vegetarian option or add nuts for extra crunch.