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Italian Sausage Stuffing

Italian Sausage Stuffing
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This Italian Sausage Stuffing is a flavorful and hearty side dish made with ground Italian sausage, fresh herbs, and homemade bread cubes. Perfect for Thanksgiving or other holidays, it offers a savory twist on traditional stuffing.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb good-quality sliced Italian bread (stale or dried overnight)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh sage leaves
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh Italian flat leaf parsley
  • 16 oz ground Italian sausage
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cut Italian bread into cubes and let sit overnight to become stale.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chopped onions, celery, and garlic; cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add rosemary, thyme, sage, and parsley; cook for 1 minute.
  6. Add ground Italian sausage and cook for 10–15 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  7. In a large bowl, combine stale bread cubes and chicken broth; stir to soak.
  8. Add whisked eggs to the bread mixture and mix well.
  9. Add sausage mixture, including browned bits, and stir to combine.
  10. Transfer mixture to a 13″ x 9″ baking dish.
  11. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Notes

  • Use French bread if Italian bread is unavailable.
  • Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth for a vegetarian version (use meatless sausage).
  • Make ahead and refrigerate up to 2 days before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for later use.

Find it online: https://www.cookwithbenchi.com/italian-sausage-stuffing/