Cornbread Stuffing With Sausage, Cherries & Chestnu

Name: Cornbread Stuffing With Sausage, Cherries & Chestnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; 2 large onions, finely chopped; 2 cups chopped celery; 3 cups cubed ( 3/4 inch) cornbread (preferably homemade); 1 pound sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed; 1 cup diced dried tart cherries; 1 cup vacuum-packed cooked chestnuts, coarsely chopped; 1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-iinch cubes; 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage; 1 cup chicken stock, plus more as needed

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, finely chopped
2 cups chopped celery
3 cups cubed ( 3/4 inch) cornbread (preferably homemade)
1 pound sweet Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 cup diced dried tart cherries
1 cup vacuum-packed cooked chestnuts, coarsely chopped
1 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-iinch cubes
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 cup chicken stock, plus more as needed

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1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees . In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp. butter over medium- high. Add the onions and celery; season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Reserve the skillet.
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2. On a baking sheet, arrange cornbread in a single layer and bake until browned in spots, about 15 minutes; let cool.
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3. In the reserved skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp. butter. Add the sausage and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the vegetables. Add the cornbread, cherries, chestnuts, apple and herbs; season. Drizzle with 1 cup stock and toss, adding more stock by the tablespoon if needed to just moisten the cornbread; season.
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4. Transfer the stuffing to a 3-quart baking dish. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until browned on top, about 15 minutes more.

637

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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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, 2 large onions, finely chopped, 2 cups chopped celery, 3 cups cubed ( 3/4 inch) cornbread (preferably homemade), and more.

Yes, Cornbread Stuffing With Sausage, Cherries & Chestnuts falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cornbread Stuffing With Sausage, Cherries & Chestnuts

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