SOURDOUGH STUFFING WITH SAUSAGE, APPLES, AND GOLDEN RAISINS

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Sourdough Stuffing with Sausage, Apples, and Golden Raisins image

Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley

Categories     Side     Bake     Sauté     Thanksgiving     High Fiber     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing     Raisin     Apple     Sausage     Family Reunion     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1 1/2-pound loaf sourdough bread, crusts removed, bread cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 13 cups)
2 pounds bulk pork breakfast sausage
2 large onions, chopped (about 4 generous cups)
2 cups chopped celery (about 5 stalks)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, divided
6 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled Granny Smith apples (about 28 ounces)
3/4 cup golden raisins (about 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
2 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Spread bread cubes in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until pale golden, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer bread to very large bowl.
  • Sautésausage in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking up into small pieces with back of fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl with bread cubes. Add onions and celery to drippings in skillet; sautéuntil golden brown, about 12 minutes. Transfer to bowl with bread-sausage mixture (do not clean skillet).
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Add to bowl with bread mixture; mix in raisins.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over low heat. Add 2 tablespoons sage; stir 30 seconds. Add sage butter to bowl with bread-sausage mixture; toss to blend. Season stuffing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Generously butter 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk broth and eggs in medium bowl; add to stuffing and toss to mix. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Bake stuffing uncovered until top is golden and crisp in spots, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes and serve.

Nana Ama Tutu
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This stuffing is a must-try! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the sausage, apples, and raisins.


Mandieezi Thurman
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I was a bit hesitant to try this stuffing because I'm not a big fan of sourdough bread, but I'm so glad I did! The sourdough flavor was subtle and it really complemented the other ingredients. This stuffing is now my new favorite!


Riyaz Bhatti
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This was the best stuffing I've ever had! The sourdough bread gave it a great tangy flavor and the sausage, apples, and raisins added a delicious sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Thandazile Dolly
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This stuffing is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always so flavorful.


Steve Fuller-Hall
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I made this stuffing for Christmas dinner and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the sausage, apples, and golden raisins.


hossam latakia
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This is the best stuffing recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and moist, and the sausage, apples, and raisins add a great touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Gaston Francis
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This stuffing is delicious! I made it for my family's Thanksgiving dinner and everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Ishan Mihiranga
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and moist, and the sausage, apples, and raisins add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I highly recommend this recipe!


Dominique Gest
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This stuffing is a must-try! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the sausage, apples, and raisins.


Ssekibuule alfred
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I was a bit hesitant to try this stuffing because I'm not a big fan of sourdough bread, but I'm so glad I did! The sourdough flavor was subtle and it really complemented the other ingredients. This stuffing is now my new favorite!


Blane Stutzman
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This was the best stuffing I've ever had! The sourdough bread gave it a great tangy flavor and the sausage, apples, and raisins added a delicious sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Abigail Owusu Agyemang
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This stuffing is amazing! I've made it twice now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always so flavorful.


Lizzie Dix
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I made this stuffing for my family Christmas dinner and it was a big success! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the sausage, apples, and golden raisins.


Aroloye Hadeyinka
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This stuffing was a huge hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was so flavorful and moist, and the sausage, apples, and raisins added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again next year.