Sage Sausage Apple Walnut Stuffing Dressing
Elevate your holiday table with this Sage Sausage Apple Walnut Stuffing Dressing, a savory-sweet masterpiece that's bursting with flavor and texture. This hearty stuffing combines the earthy richness of sage sausage with the natural sweetness of diced green apples and dried cranberries, while toasted walnuts add an irresistible crunch. Fresh herbs like sage and parsley enhance the aroma, and a medley of sautéed onions and celery brings classic stuffing vibes to every bite. Cubed day-old bread soaks up a flavorful mixture of stock and eggs, creating a perfectly moist yet slightly crispy topping after baking. Ideal as a stunning Thanksgiving side dish or a cozy addition to any festive gathering, this dish is a delicious balance of comfort and sophistication that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound sage sausage (crumbled)
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 4 stalks celery (chopped)
- 2 medium green apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 10 cups day-old bread (cubed, about 1-inch pieces)
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup toasted walnuts (roughly chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sage sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet with the sausage drippings, add the diced onion, celery, and apples. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened. Add the garlic, fresh sage, parsley, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread, cooked sausage, and sautéed vegetable mixture. If using, add the cranberries and toasted walnuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken or vegetable stock and beaten eggs. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread mixture, tossing gently to combine. Allow the mixture to sit for 5-10 minutes so the bread can soak up the liquid.
Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy as a flavorful side dish for your holiday feast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.0 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 494 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 11240 mg | 489% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 762.2 g | 277% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.9 g | 243% | |
| Total Sugars | 148.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.1 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1169 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 40.0 mg | 222% | |
| Potassium | 3250 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
