Best 2 Sausage Mushroom Dressing Recipes

Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our exquisite Sausage Mushroom Dressing, a delectable blend of savory flavors and textures. This versatile dish, a staple in many holiday feasts, can also elevate your everyday meals with its comforting and satisfying taste. Discover two exceptional variations: the classic Sausage Mushroom Dressing, featuring succulent sausage, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic herbs, and the vegetarian-friendly Mushroom and Wild Rice Dressing, a hearty and flavorful alternative. Both recipes are easy to follow, requiring minimal prep time and simple ingredients that pack a punch of umami. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, these dressings will add a touch of magic to your table, leaving your taste buds craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE MUSHROOM DRESSING

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To go with your turkey entree, how about serving Sausage Mushroom Dressing? The recipe comes from Mary Coleman of Norwood, Massachusetts. "My children and guests almost pass over the turkey in favor of this savory dressing each holiday," Mary notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 2 casseroles (12-16 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, diced
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
28 cups day-old bread cubes (about 3 pounds sliced bread)
1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute the mushrooms, onion, celery and garlic in the drippings and butter until tender. Stir in the sage, salt and pepper., In several large bowls, combine the mushroom mixture, bread cubes, sausage, broth and bacon; toss to coat. , Transfer to two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM CORNBREAD DRESSING

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I learned about corn bread dressing while living in the south for a few years. I decided to combine it with a few of my favorite stuffing ingredients to give it my own spin. -James Schend, Food Editor, Taste of Home

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 9 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
CORN BREAD DRESSING:
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs (3-4 slices)
3 large eggs, beaten
1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Place a 10-in. cast-iron skillet in the oven; preheat to 425°. Whisk together first 5 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, 1/4 cup olive oil, honey and vinegar; whisk into dry ingredients. Remove skillet from oven; lightly grease with remaining olive oil. Pour in batter. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, crumbling meat, until no longer pink. Remove and drain. In same skillet, cook mushrooms, celery and onion until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Crumble cornbread into a large bowl; stir in sausage, mushroom mixture and remaining ingredients. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Refrigerate, covered, at least 8 hours. , Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake, uncovered, until top is browned and mixture is set, 40-45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Tips:

Use a variety of mushrooms. This will add flavor and texture to the dressing. Try using a mix of button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and cremini mushrooms.
Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the mushrooms. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
Cook the mushrooms until they are browned and tender. This will help to bring out their flavor.
Use a good quality sausage. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dressing.
Don't overstuff the dressing. This will make it dry and crumbly.
Bake the dressing until it is golden brown and cooked through. This will take about 30 minutes.
Let the dressing rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Sausage mushroom dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and texture, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a side dish to serve with your favorite holiday meal, give sausage mushroom dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!