Apple Sausage Stuffing For Turkey Recipe

This classic Thanksgiving side dish recipe, found in an old homemaker's magazine, is a crowd-pleaser! Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this apple sausage stuffing features savory sausage, crisp apples, and fragrant herbs. Skip the stuffing-the-turkey hassle and enjoy perfectly cooked turkey and a delicious, golden-brown stuffing. Perfect for your Thanksgiving feast or any holiday gathering!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 374.9 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
Apple Sausage Stuffing For Turkey

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Ingredients for Apple Sausage Stuffing For Turkey

  • Sausage Meat
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 6 cups cubed bread (day-old is best)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Salt And Pepper

How to Make Apple Sausage Stuffing For Turkey

  1. Cook 1 lb sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, about 10 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Drain off most of the fat from the sausage.
  3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 stalks celery, chopped, to the skillet. Cook for another 3 minutes, until softened.
  4. Stir in 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; and 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 6 cups cubed bread (day-old is best), 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Spoon the stuffing mixture into a lightly greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  8. Bake, covered, in a preheated 325°F (160°C) oven for 40 minutes.
  9. Halfway through baking, remove from oven and drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth over the stuffing.
  10. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the stuffing is 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

29 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

27g

Carbs

13g