Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 loaf (8 ounces) day-old white bread, cubed
- 1 cup chicken broth
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the onion, celery, carrots, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
- Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Add the bread cubes and chicken broth. Mix well.
- Pour the stuffing into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 15g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory, flavorful, and satisfying
- Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated when needed
- Versatile side dish that can be served with any main course
User Comments:
- "This stuffing is so easy to make and it always turns out delicious." - Mary
- "I've been making this stuffing for years and my family loves it." - John
- "It's the perfect way to use up leftover bread." - Susan
- "I like to add a little bit of apple or cranberry to my stuffing for some extra flavor." - Jane
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use any type of bulk breakfast sausage you like, such as pork, turkey, or chicken.
- If you don't have day-old bread, you can toast fresh bread and cube it.
- You can add other vegetables to your stuffing, such as mushrooms or bell peppers.
- If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs on top of the stuffing before baking.
