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Herb Turkey Sausage Stuffing Recipe

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This savory Herb Turkey Sausage Stuffing is a delightful American side dish featuring toasted French or sourdough bread cubes combined with flavorful mild Italian-style turkey sausage, fresh herbs, diced vegetables, apples, dried cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Baked to golden perfection, it offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet, making it an ideal accompaniment for holiday meals or family dinners.

Ingredients

Bread

  • 1 lb French or sourdough bread, cut into ¾-inch cubes

Meat

  • 1 lb mild Italian-style turkey sausage in a plant-based casing, casing removed

Vegetables and Fruits

  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 cup diced green apple
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic

Herbs and Spices

  • 2 tsp chopped fresh sage
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Other Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 cups unsalted vegetable stock

Instructions

  1. Toast the Bread Cubes: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the bread cubes evenly on two baking sheets and toast them for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning. Once toasted, measure out 12 cups of the bread cubes for the stuffing.
  2. Cook the Turkey Sausage: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Crumble the turkey sausage into the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is fully browned and cooked through. Transfer the cooked sausage to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Sauté Vegetables and Aromatics: Using the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced onion, celery, and green apple and cook for 7 to 8 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic, chopped fresh sage, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to release the herbs’ aroma. Transfer this mixture to the bowl with the cooked sausage.
  4. Combine Stuffing Ingredients: Add the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and toasted bread cubes to the bowl with the sausage and vegetables. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
  5. Prepare the Custard Mixture: Whisk together the 3 large eggs and 3 cups of unsalted vegetable stock until fully blended.
  6. Assemble and Bake: Pour the egg and stock mixture over the stuffing ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to moisten the bread cubes evenly. Let the mixture stand for 5 minutes to allow the liquid to soak in fully. Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Cook the Stuffing: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes at 350°F (175°C). Then uncover and bake for an additional 15 to 25 minutes until the top is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • If using dried bread cubes instead of fresh bread, measure out 12 cups and skip the toasting step.
  • Ensure the sausage is cooked thoroughly before mixing to avoid any food safety concerns.
  • For extra moisture, you can add a little more vegetable stock if the stuffing seems dry before baking.
  • This stuffing can be prepared a day ahead, refrigerated, and baked just before serving.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/herb-turkey-sausage-stuffing-recipe/