Sweet and Savory Sausage Cornbread Stuffing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground pork sausage
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cups chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 3 cups cornbread stuffing mix
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the cornbread stuffing mix, chicken broth, pecans, cranberries, sage, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and heated through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and savory flavors
• Moist and flavorful
• Perfect for holiday gatherings

User Comments:

• "This stuffing is absolutely delicious! The perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors."
• "I love the addition of the pecans and cranberries. It gives the stuffing a nice crunch and a touch of tartness."
• "This is the best stuffing I've ever had. It's always a hit at our holiday gatherings."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have cornbread stuffing mix, you can use dried cornbread crumbs.
• Add more chicken broth if the mixture is too dry.
• Don't overcook the stuffing, or it will become dry and crumbly.