Classic Sausage Stuffing Recipe
Servings: 16 Servings
Ingredients
- 12 cups any sturdy white or sandwich bread cut into 1-inch cubes (day-old works best)
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced white onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken plus up to ¼ cup more if needed
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F. Spread the bread cubes on baking sheets and bake for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring halfway through, until dry and crisp. Cool, then transfer to a large bowl. Or, to save time, spread the bread out overnight to air dry.12 cups any sturdy white or sandwich bread
- Increase the oven temperature to 350°F. Spray an 11x7-inch or similar size casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray or grease with butter.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the butter, onions, and celery and cook 5 to 7 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper, and cook for 30 seconds more.1 pound ground Italian sausage, ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 cup diced white onion, 1 cup diced celery, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Pour the sausage mixture over the bread, and toss to combine.
- Whisk the eggs and 2 cups of broth together, then pour over the bread mixture. Stir until evenly moistened, adding a bit more broth if needed.2 cups low-sodium chicken, 2 large eggs
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish. Cover with foil, and bake for 50–60 minutes. During the last 10–15 minutes remove the foil so the top can crisp and turn golden brown. Cool 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1/2 cup of stuffing. Actual calories will vary.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Scroll up above the recipe to see the following recipe:
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- How to Make Sausage Stuffing (with step-by-step photos)
- Quick Tips
- Ingredient Swaps and Adjustments
- How to Store Leftovers
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Nutrition Facts
Classic Sausage Stuffing Recipe
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
651
% Daily Value*
Fat
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
8
g
40
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
57
mg
19
%
Sodium
1489
mg
62
%
Potassium
353
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
94
g
31
%
Fiber
4
g
16
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
25
g
50
%
Vitamin A
240
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
112
mg
11
%
Iron
8
mg
44
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
