SAUSAGE-PECAN TURKEY STUFFING

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Ever since I first tried this, I've never made another stuffing. The sausage and pecans really give it a different flavor. Our home is on 20 acres where we have hay and horses-my husband, our two children, (8 and 6) and I ride a lot.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h25m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 cups soft bread crumbs
1 pound bulk pork sausage
2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 unpeeled tart apples, coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup apple juice
Chicken broth
1 turkey (14 to 16 pounds)

Steps:

  • Place bread crumbs in a large bowl; set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion in butter until sausage is no longer pink and onion is tender; do not drain. Add to bread crumbs. Stir in apples, pecans, parsley, thyme, sage, salt and pepper; stir in apple juice and enough broth to moisten. , Just before baking, stuff the turkey. Skewer openings; tie drumsticks together. Place on rack in a roasting pan. Bake at 325° for 5 to 5-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 185°. When the turkey begins to brown, cover lightly with a tent of aluminum foil and baste if needed. Remove all stuffing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 849 calories, Fat 44g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 294mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 86g protein.

Hujaifa Muhammad
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I've made this stuffing several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Mel Sutcliffe
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This stuffing is a must-try! It's so flavorful and delicious, and it's the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.


Prince Kalu
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stuffing turned out dry and bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Mike Money
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This stuffing was delicious! The sausage and pecans added a nice flavor and the bread cubes were perfectly crispy.


Munjurul Islam
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I love this stuffing! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect. I always get compliments on it when I serve it at Thanksgiving.


Ari Cooper
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This stuffing was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


Dwayne Lare
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I've been making this stuffing recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect combination of savory and sweet.


Malesa Pearson
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This stuffing is always a hit at our family gatherings. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Sha Mim
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I made this stuffing for Christmas dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


sofik miha
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This stuffing was a disappointment. It was bland and dry, and the pecans were too overpowering.


Ahsan Manzoor
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I'm not a big fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind! It was so delicious and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


Aleaya Gore
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This is the best stuffing recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Phumzile Mkhondiya
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The stuffing was moist and flavorful, and the pecans added a nice crunch.


tope alabi
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This stuffing was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more broth or butter next time.


Can Harl
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I wasn't sure about the combination of sausage and pecans, but I'm so glad I tried it! This stuffing was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Ela Hladki
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This stuffing was so good! The flavors were amazing and it was the perfect addition to our Thanksgiving meal.


Dr boy Usman
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I've made this stuffing recipe for the past three years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


ALEXO Z addet
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This stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! I loved the combination of sausage, pecans, and turkey, and the bread cubes were perfectly crispy. Will definitely be making this again next year.