Brioche-Pear Stuffing With Italian Sausage and Almo

Name: Brioche-Pear Stuffing With Italian Sausage and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Brioche bread; 1 stick plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 cups chopped onions, leeks or scallions; 2 cups diced celery; 1 tablespoon minced fresh sage; 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 3 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; Pears, cut into small chunks and sauteed in butter; 1 pound Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled; 1 cup roughly chopped almonds

Servings: persons

Brioche bread
1 stick plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups chopped onions, leeks or scallions
2 cups diced celery
1 tablespoon minced fresh sage
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
2 large eggs
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Pears, cut into small chunks and sauteed in butter
1 pound Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
1 cup roughly chopped almonds

1
Chop the brioche bread into 1/2-inch cubes to make 16 cups.
2
Stale bread works best for stuffing-if yours is fresh, spread out the cubes on baking sheet and dry in a 300 degrees F oven, 15 to 20 minutes.
3
Heat 1 stick butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the onions, celery, sage, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste.
5
Cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the chicken broth; bring to a simmer and remove from the heat.
7
Beat the eggs and parsley in a large bowl; stir in the bread cubes, the vegetable-broth mixture, the prepared pears, sausage and almonds.
8
Transfer the mixture to a buttered 3-to-4-quart baking dish and dot with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
9
Cover with foil and bake at 375 degrees F, 30 minutes.
10
Uncover and bake until golden, about 20 more minutes.
11
Photograph by Yunhee Kim

854

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Brioche bread, 1 stick plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cups chopped onions, leeks or scallions, 2 cups diced celery, and more.

Yes, Brioche-Pear Stuffing With Italian Sausage and Almonds falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Brioche-Pear Stuffing With Italian Sausage and Almonds

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