SAUSAGE, CHESTNUT AND FIG STUFFING

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Categories     Fruit     Nut     Side     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Fig     Sausage     Winter     Chestnut     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces mild Italian sausages, casings removed
3 large shallots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
6 ounces dried Calimyrna figs, chopped
1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
3 tablespoons brandy
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups very coarsely ground fresh breadcrumbs made from about 8 ounces crustless French bread
1‟ cups peeled roasted chestnuts (about 12 ounces) or jarred chestnuts (about 8 ounces), coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter 8x8x2-inch glass baking dish. Sauté sausage in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until brown and cooked through, breaking into small pieces with back of fork, about 5 minutes. Add chopped shallots and celery to skillet and sauté 5 minutes. Stir in figs, 1/2 cup chicken broth, brandy and thyme and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until figs are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix 4 cups breadcrumbs, chestnuts and sausage mixture in large bowl. Stir in remaining § cup chicken broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer stuffing to prepared baking dish. Cover baking dish with foil. Bake stuffing 25 minutes. Remove foil; bake stuffing until top begins to brown, about 10 minutes longer.

Willy williamz Senyonjo
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This is the best stuffing I've ever had! The sausage, chestnuts, and figs are a perfect combination.


Addyson Porterfield
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the moist texture.


Walter B Thompson
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This stuffing is easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Sagar Budha
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I've never made stuffing with chestnuts and figs before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was delicious! The chestnuts added a nice nutty flavor and the figs added a touch of sweetness.


Kathy Hernandez
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This stuffing is a great way to add some extra flavor and texture to your Thanksgiving dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage and chestnuts.


Shobuj Mia
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I love this stuffing! It's so flavorful and unique. I always get compliments on it when I make it.


Anik Gaming
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I made this stuffing for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the stuffing was moist and flavorful.


Ebrahim Wesson
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover sausage and chestnuts. It's also a great way to add some variety to your Thanksgiving dinner.


Smith Elizabeth
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sausage and chestnuts give it a savory flavor, while the figs add a touch of sweetness.


Javiena Cummings
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This stuffing is easy to make and tastes delicious. I love the addition of chestnuts and figs.


Wolf Mantss
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Elijah Hehr
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This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The sausage, chestnuts, and figs gave it a unique and flavorful twist. I will definitely be making this again next year.