Apple And Onion Stuffing Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this savory twist on classic apple and onion stuffing! Inspired by Rachael Ray, this recipe adds a hearty sausage base to balance the sweetness of apples and onions, creating a delicious side dish the whole family will love. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering. Skip the fruit-forward version and embrace this upgraded stuffing that's sure to become a new tradition.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 150.4 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Apple And Onion Stuffing

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Apple And Onion Stuffing

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Butter
  • Fresh Bay Leaf
  • Celery Ribs
  • Yellow Onion
  • Mcintosh Apples
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • Fresh Parsley Leaves
  • Seasoned Stuffing Mix
  • Chicken Stock
  • Egg

How to Make Apple And Onion Stuffing

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 celery stalks, chopped, to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced, and cook for another 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the sausage mixture with 1 cup dried bread cubes, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

27g

Carbs

3g