Looking for easy stuffing recipes this year? I’ve got two delicious ideas that are simple to make and perfect for any meal. These recipes are great for holiday dinners or just a cozy weekend at home.
I know you’ll find a new favorite here. Both options use classic ingredients to bring comforting tastes to your table. Let’s get cooking!
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Sausage And Herb Stuffing: A Classic Recipe
This classic sausage and herb stuffing is a crowd-pleaser. It’s packed with flavor and has a wonderful texture everyone enjoys.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Great Stuffing
- Stale Bread is Best: Use day-old bread or lightly toast fresh bread cubes for better absorption and texture. This stops your stuffing from becoming too wet.
- Flavorful Broth: Don’t skip a good quality chicken or vegetable broth; it adds so much moisture and depth to the dish. It makes a big difference.
- Fresh Herbs Shine: While dried herbs work well, fresh parsley, sage, and thyme make a big difference in the overall taste and freshness.
What You Need for Herb Stuffing
- 8 cups stale bread cubes
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: Prep: 20 min, Cook: 35 min🍽️ Yields: 8 servings
How to Make Sausage and Herb Stuffing
Step 1: Cook Sausage & Veggies
In a large skillet, cook the sausage until it’s fully browned. Remove the sausage and drain any extra fat, leaving about 1-2 tablespoons in the pan. Add the butter to the skillet, then cook the chopped onion and celery until they are soft and clear.
Step 2: Combine All Ingredients
Grab a big bowl and mix the stale bread cubes, cooked sausage, softened vegetables, dried sage, dried thyme, and fresh parsley. Pour in the chicken broth and the beaten egg, stirring gently until everything is mixed. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
Step 3: Bake to Perfection
Spoon the stuffing mixture evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake this in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until it’s golden brown on top and heated all the way through.
📝 Final Note
If you like a really crispy topping, uncover the dish for the last 10 minutes of baking time.
Sausage Apple Sage Stuffing: Sweet and Hearty
This sausage, apple, and sage stuffing offers a delicious hint of sweetness. It’s a comforting side dish that balances sweet and herby tastes beautifully.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Apple Sage Stuffing
- Apples for Texture: Choose firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. They hold their shape well during baking and add a nice bite.
- Fresh Sage Power: Fresh sage is really important here. It gives that lovely aromatic smell and taste that works so well with apple and sausage.
- Don’t Over-Saturate: Add broth slowly to the bread mixture. You want it moist but not soggy. A good texture is important for great stuffing.
What You Need for Apple Sage Stuffing
- 8 cups stale bread cubes
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored, diced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: Prep: 25 min, Cook: 35 min🍽️ Yields: 8 servings
How to Make Sausage Apple Sage Stuffing
Step 1: Cook Sausage & Base
Brown the ground pork sausage in a large skillet. Once cooked, remove it and drain any extra fat, then set the sausage aside. Add the butter to the skillet, then cook the chopped onion, celery, and diced apple until they are soft.
Step 2: Mix Everything Together
In a large bowl, combine the stale bread cubes, cooked sausage, softened vegetables and apple, fresh sage, and dried thyme. Pour in the chicken broth and the beaten egg, mixing gently until everything is just combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Bake Until Golden
Transfer the entire stuffing mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Bake this at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the stuffing is hot throughout.
📝 Final Note
For extra deliciousness, you can lightly toast your bread cubes with a little butter before mixing with the other ingredients.
