Apple & Sausage Stuffing Bake: The 10 Best Tips
This Apple & Sausage Stuffing Bake recipe perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal side dish for any festive meal. It combines the richness of sausage with the crisp freshness of apples, all baked into a comforting stuffing.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Large bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Pork sausage casings removed
- 0.5 cup Butter
- 2 ribs Celery finely chopped
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 2 medium Apples peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 8 cups Dried bread cubes
- 2 teaspoons Fresh sage minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until no longer pink; drain any excess fat and set the sausage aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped celery and onion until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the diced apples and cook for another 3-5 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetable and apple mixture, minced sage, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add chicken broth to the bread mixture, tossing gently until the bread cubes are moistened.
Baking
- Transfer the stuffing mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of thyme or rosemary along with the sage. If you prefer a moister stuffing, you can add a bit more chicken broth during the mixing step. This dish can be prepared a day in advance and baked just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.