Ingredients
Scale
Let’s keep it straightforward with ingredients that are easy to find and even easier to love. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of pork sausage (or turkey sausage for a lighter option)
- 10 cups of cubed day-old bread (French or sourdough works great)
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups of chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian twist)
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
Feel free to get creative here. If you’re like my mom, who can whip up magic from a can of tomatoes, you might add a handful of cranberries or pecans for a festive touch.
Instructions
Ready to get cooking? Here’s how to make this delightful dish:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the cubed bread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate, leaving the drippings in the pan.
- Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the onion and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, and sautéed vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth gradually, stirring until the bread is evenly moistened. You might need a little more or less broth depending on the dryness of your bread.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes until the top is crispy.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Remember, the beauty of home cooking is in the imperfections. If something spills, it’s just an extra opportunity for a good laugh!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Sausage Stuffing, recipe, cooking, food
