Ingredients and Weight:
- Bread cubes (use your favorite type, such as herbed bread cubes or cubed sandwich bread) - 4 cups
- Ground pork sausage - 1 pound
- Fresh celery - 1 stick, chopped fine
- Onion - 1 large, chopped fine
- Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Sage leaves - 1 tablespoon, chopped or fresh sage essential oil a few drops
- Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried or fresh leaves
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Chicken broth or stock - 2 cups
- Egg - 1, beaten
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total: 75 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, sausage, celery, onion, and seasonings (parsley, sage, thyme, salt and pepper).
- Add chicken broth or stock and mix well to combine all ingredients. The bread should absorb most of the liquid but remain slightly moist.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and top with beaten egg.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
* Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (based on 8 servings)
* Fat: 20g
* Carbohydrates: 40g
* Protein: 20g
* Fiber: 4g (Based on nutritional information of ingredients listed)
Dish Characteristics:
- Classic Thanksgiving flavor with a blend of herbs and spices.
- Moist and hearty with a crispy golden top layer.
- Goes well with various Thanksgiving dishes like turkey or ham.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! The flavor combination of sage, thyme, and parsley was perfect."
- "I added some fresh cranberries for a pop of color and flavor, it was delicious."
- "My family loved the herbed bread cubes I used, it added a nice texture to the dressing."
- "I used chicken stock instead of water for more flavor, it was a great choice."
- "This dish was easy to make and turned out beautifully, will definitely make it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If using dried herbs, reduce the quantity by half.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste. Add more salt or herbs if needed.
- Bread cubes absorb liquid quickly, so be sure to mix well but not too much to prevent the bread from becoming mushy.
- For a more golden top layer, brush with additional beaten egg before baking.
