Best 5 Classic Sage And Sausage Stuffing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our classic sage and sausage stuffing, a delectable dish that elevates your holiday feast. This time-honored recipe combines savory sausage, aromatic sage, and a medley of herbs, enveloped in a moist and fluffy breadcrumb mixture. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures as you savor each bite.

Crafted with love, this stuffing offers variations to suit any palate. Delight in the traditional sage and sausage stuffing, or explore tantalizing variations like the apple and sausage stuffing, the cornbread and sausage stuffing, and the wild rice and sausage stuffing. Each variation brings a unique twist to the classic, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and helpful tips guide you through the entire process, ensuring a perfect stuffing every time. From preparing the ingredients to baking the stuffing to perfection, we've got you covered.

So gather your loved ones around the table and create lasting memories with our classic sage and sausage stuffing. Its irresistible aroma and flavors will make it a centerpiece of your holiday celebrations, leaving everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that combines tradition, creativity, and pure deliciousness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC SAUSAGE STUFFING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 stick unsalted butter, plus more for the dish
1 pound loose breakfast sausage (or use links and remove the casings)
2 onions, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 large eggs
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
16 cups stale 1/2-inch country white bread cubes (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚. Butter a 3-quart baking dish. Melt 6 tablespoons butter in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up the meat, until no longer pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onions, celery, sage and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
  • Whisk the eggs and parsley in a large bowl. Add the bread cubes and sausage-broth mixture and toss until evenly combined. Transfer to the prepared baking dish, dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and cover with foil.
  • Bake the stuffing until hot, about 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until golden brown, 20 to 30 minutes. Let cool at least 15 minutes before serving.

BEST SAUSAGE STUFFING



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This stuffing has lots of flavor and is nice and moist. You can also change the ingredients to your liking. I quadruple this recipe and make the extra in my electric roaster, that's how much everyone loves it. This recipe is very adaptable, you can change it around anyway you like and it will still be delicious!

Provided by MOMMY5

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound breakfast sausage
¾ cup margarine, melted
¾ cup finely diced onion
1 ½ cups chopped celery
8 cups soft bread cubes, divided
3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a large, deep skillet; cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown, about 10 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and let drain on paper towels. Combine melted margarine with the sausage drippings until there is 1 cup of drippings and margarine combined.
  • Cook and stir onion and celery in the margarine-dripping mixture in the same skillet over medium heat until onion is tender but not browned, about 10 minutes . Stir in about 1/3 of the bread cubes. Pour onion mixture into a large bowl and stir in remaining bread cubes, sausage, poultry seasoning, and pepper. Watch your hands, it's hot. Mix well. This stuffing is ready for baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 512.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SAUSAGE AND HERB STUFFING



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Ina Garten's Sausage and Herb Stuffing recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network features spicy Italian sausage, apples and dried cranberries.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h22m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 cups 1-inch bread cubes, white or sourdough (1 1/2 pound loaf)
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 cups medium-diced yellow onion (2 onions)
1 cup medium-diced celery (2 stalks)
2 Granny Smith apples, unpeeled, cored and large-diced
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound sweet or spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Place the bread cubes in a single layer on a sheet pan and bake for 7 minutes. Raise the oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Remove the bread cubes to a very large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, melt the butter and add the onions, celery, apples, parsley, salt and pepper. Saute over medium heat for 10 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Add to the bread cubes.
  • In the same saute pan, cook the sausage over medium heat for about 10 minutes, until browned and cooked through, breaking up the sausage with a fork while cooking. Add to the bread cubes and vegetables.
  • Add the chicken stock and cranberries to the mixture, mix well, and pour into a 9 by 12-inch baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes, until browned on top and hot in the middle. Serve warm.

COUNTRY-SAUSAGE AND SAGE DRESSING



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Provided by Craig Claiborne With Pierre Franey

Categories     casseroles, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds untrimmed French or Italian bread
2 teaspoons corn, peanut or vegetable oil
1 pound bulk sausage - do not use Italian sausages with seasonings such as anise or fennel - shaped into 9 patties of more or less equal size
2 cups coarsely chopped onion
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped celery
3 cups peeled and cored apples, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh sage leaves or half the amount dried
4 eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups simmering fresh or canned chicken broth
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
6 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cut the untrimmed bread into one-inch cubes. There should be about 21 cups.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet and add the sausage patties. Cook, turning the pieces often, about eight minutes or until cooked through and browned on both sides. Remove the patties and pour off almost all the fat from the skillet. Cut the patties into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat the skillet and add the onion and celery. Cook, stirring, about three minutes, then add the apples. Cook, stirring, about three minutes longer. Stir in the sage.
  • To a large bowl, add the cubed bread, sausage pieces, the apple and sage mixture, the beaten eggs, chicken broth, salt and pepper to taste. Blend well, tossing gently to moisten without making the mixture mushy.
  • Use two tablespoons of the butter to grease a pan measuring about 18 by 12 by 2 1/2 inches. Pour the dressing into the pan and smooth it over. Dot with the remaining four tablespoons of butter. Place in the oven and bake one hour.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 376, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 817 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SAUSAGE, SAGE & ONION STUFFING



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A slice of our classic sausage, sage and onion stuffing is a must-have for Christmas dinner. It's also great as a side with your Sunday roast

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 onions, sliced
25g butter
1 small Bramley apple, peeled, cored and diced
2 x 400g packs meaty Cumberland sausages, removed from their skins
handful sage, leaves chopped, plus extra for topping
140g granary breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Fry 2 sliced onions in 25g butter for 5 mins, then add 1 small diced Bramley apple and cook briefly.
  • Cool, then mix with 800g Cumberland sausages, skins removed, the chopped handful of sage, 140g granary breadcrumbs and seasoning.
  • Use to stuff the neck end of the bird, then roll any leftovers into balls. Or, pack the whole mixture into a 1kg loaf tin and top with extra sage leaves.
  • Bake with turkey for 30-40 mins. Drain off any fat and serve sliced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your stuffing.
  • Don't overstuff the bird. You want the stuffing to be cooked through, but not so packed in that it's dry.
  • Bake the stuffing in a covered dish. This will help keep it moist.
  • Let the stuffing rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the stuffing warm. This is when it's at its best.

Conclusion:

Classic sage and sausage stuffing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. Whether you're making it for a holiday dinner or a weeknight meal, these tips will help you make the best stuffing possible.

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