Sage Sausage Stuffing Recipe

This Sage Sausage Stuffing recipe is a cherished family heirloom, perfected over decades! Originally made for a Thanksgiving wedding rehearsal in 1978, it's been a holiday staple ever since. We've shared this updated version, with optional ingredients to customize your stuffing experience. Bring a taste of tradition and warmth to your Thanksgiving table – this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 322.1 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Sage Sausage Stuffing

  • 1 pound Ground Beef (as a substitute for 1 pound bulk pork sausage in recipe)
  • 14 ounces bread cubes
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • Fresh Mushrooms (not included in the recipe, no quantity derived from sources)
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage
  • Parsley (not included in the recipe, no quantity derived from sources)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 pound bulk pork sausage
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup dried cranberries (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped apples (optional)

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How to Make Sage Sausage Stuffing

  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. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, sausage, celery, onion, sage, thyme, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, broth, and melted butter.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and gently toss to combine. Do not overmix.
  6. Optional: Add the cranberries, pecans, and/or apples at this stage.
  7. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  9. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

60g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sage Sausage Stuffing?

Sage Sausage Stuffing takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sage Sausage Stuffing?

Sage Sausage Stuffing has approximately 322.1 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sage Sausage Stuffing?

The key ingredients for Sage Sausage Stuffing are Ground Beef, Bread, Butter, Fresh Mushrooms, Onions, Celery. See the full list with measurements above.

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