RAISIN-STUDDED APPLE STUFFING

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This is the only stuffing my family will permit on our holiday table. With Italian sausage and a blend of so many great flavors, it's almost a meal in itself. No wonder it won first prize in a local recipe contest! -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 18 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup raisins
1-1/2 cups orange juice, divided
2 cups chopped celery
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup butter, cubed, divided
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 package (14 ounces) crushed herb-seasoned stuffing
4 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring raisins and 1 cup orange juice to a boil. Remove from the heat; set aside (do not drain). In a skillet, saute celery and onion in 1/2 cup butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. In the same skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the sausage, stuffing, apples, pecans, remaining orange juice and reserved raisins to celery mixture. In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter; add broth, thyme and pepper. Pour over stuffing mixture; mix well. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until lightly browned. Refrigerate any leftovers.

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AK GS Entertainment
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover bread.


Collins Wanyama
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I've never been a fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


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This stuffing is so moist and flavorful. I could eat it as a meal on its own.


Junior Khumalo
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I made this stuffing for a vegetarian friend and she loved it! It's a great meatless option.


Lucky Moses
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This stuffing is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. It's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.


Lunar Midoryia
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I love the addition of walnuts in this stuffing. They add a nice crunch and nutty flavor.


Panayiotis
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This stuffing is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so flavorful and moist.


Suraj Rai
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


Bidi Bismark
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This is the best apple stuffing I've ever had! The combination of apples, sausage, and spices is perfect.


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I was a bit skeptical about using raisins in stuffing, but I'm so glad I gave this recipe a try. The raisins added a wonderful sweetness and depth of flavor.


Lovelyn Cabaccan
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This stuffing is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've been using this recipe for years and it's never let me down.


sujeewa Samantha
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I especially loved the crunchy texture of the walnuts.


Sakhi Khawari
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This apple stuffing was a delightful addition to our Thanksgiving dinner. The raisins added a subtle sweetness that complemented the savory flavors of the sausage and celery. It was a hit with everyone at the table.