DRIED CHERRY & SAUSAGE DRESSING

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Apples and dried cherries add a sweet-tart flavor to my homemade stuffing. It makes a holiday dinner one to remember. -Connie Boll, Chilton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 20 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread
1/4 cup cherry juice blend or unsweetened apple juice
1 cup dried cherries
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium Granny Smith apples, chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs
2 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cut bread into 1-in. cubes; transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 10-15 minutes or until toasted. Cool slightly. In a small saucepan, bring juice blend to a boil. Stir in cherries. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Drain. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage, celery and onion over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in apples, parsley, butter, seasonings, bread cubes and drained cherries. In a small bowl, whisk eggs and stock; pour over bread mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish (dish will be full). Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

brian walker
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I'm not a big fan of dried cherries, but I really enjoyed this dressing. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


James Tahoe's
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This dressing is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Joseph Massaline
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This dressing is a bit too dense for my taste. I would recommend using less bread or adding some other ingredients to lighten it up.


Ifti Kayani
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I love this dressing! It's the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.


Tigger Khan
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This dressing is a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some herbs or spices to give it more flavor.


Super Murloc
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I've never been a fan of dressing, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and moist, I could eat it every day!


Daniel Vanco
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This dressing is so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just reheat it on Thanksgiving day.


Aidyn Carson
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I made this dressing for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it!


TABASSAM LATIF
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This dressing is a staple at our Thanksgiving dinner table. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Simon Denizio
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I've tried this recipe several times and I can't seem to get it right. The dressing always turns out dry and crumbly.


Shahzad Hanif
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This is the best dressing I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect.


Jenin Larsen
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This dressing is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less dried cherries or adding some tart cranberries to balance out the sweetness.


Josie Radai
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I made this dressing for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Sumona Sumi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dressing turned out dry and bland. I was very disappointed.


Isaiah Luna
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This dressing is so good! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a must-try for any stuffing lover.


lnox hakaaki
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I've made this dressing several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Brylee Mccumber
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This dressing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness from the dried cherries. I will definitely be making this again.