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Sage Sausage Apple Walnut Stuffing Dressing Recipe

This Thanksgiving stuffing recipe was a HUGE hit last year! A delightful blend of savory sage sausage, sweet apples, crunchy walnuts, and herbs, creating a perfectly seasoned stuffing that's both comforting and unforgettable. Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this crowd-pleasing side dish.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 287.9 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sage Sausage Apple Walnut Stuffing Dressing

  • 8 cups dry stuffing mix (about 12 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 lb bulk sage sausage
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped apples
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • garlic

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How to Make Sage Sausage Apple Walnut Stuffing Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  3. Add the onion and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Stir in the apples and cook until slightly softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, sausage, apple mixture, walnuts, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the chicken broth over the bread mixture, stirring gently to combine. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
  7. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish.
  8. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through. If the top is browning too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
  9. Let the stuffing rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

37g

Carbs

7g

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