Description
This Savory Sausage and Herb Holiday Stuffing combines flavorful browned sausage, fresh sage and thyme, and a classic mixture of cubed bread, onions, and celery, baked to golden perfection. It’s the perfect side dish to elevate your holiday meal with hearty and aromatic notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Mixture
- 1 lb sausage
Vegetables
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Bread and Broth
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups chicken broth
Herbs
- Fresh sage, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
- Fresh thyme, chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until it is browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once done, remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
- Sauté onion and celery: In the same skillet with the sausage drippings, add the chopped onion and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combine all ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned sausage, sautéed onion and celery, cubed bread, fresh sage, fresh thyme, and chicken broth. Stir gently until all the bread is moistened evenly.
- Bake the stuffing: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake uncovered for 35 minutes or until the top is golden and the stuffing is heated through.
Notes
- Use day-old or slightly dried bread cubes for best texture in stuffing.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with 1 teaspoon each of dried sage and thyme if fresh is unavailable.
- For a moister stuffing, add an extra ½ cup of chicken broth.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Ensure sausage is fully cooked to avoid food safety issues.