Country Bread and Sage Dressing Recipe

Name: Country Bread and Sage Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound hot Italian sausage, removed from casings; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing dish; 1 large red onion, finely diced; 2 stalks celery, finely diced; 1 large carrot, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped; 1 large egg, slightly beaten; 4 cups stale country bread, cut into 1-inch dice; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 to 2 cups warm chicken stock

Servings: persons

1 pound hot Italian sausage, removed from casings
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing dish
1 large red onion, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 large carrot, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 large egg, slightly beaten
4 cups stale country bread, cut into 1-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 to 2 cups warm chicken stock

1
Heat large saute pan over high heat.
2
Add the sausage and cook until golden brown.
3
Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
4
Add butter to the rendered fat in the pan, and then add the onions, celery and carrots and cook until soft.
5
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
6
Remove the mixture from the heat and fold in the sage.
7
Scrape the mixture into a large bowl and let cool slightly.
8
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
9
When the vegetable mixture has cooled slightly, add the sausage to the bowl.
10
Add the egg and bread and mix to coat.
11
Add the chicken stock until the mixture is moist.
12
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
13
Butter a large baking dish and scrape the mixture into the dish.
14
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.

181

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound hot Italian sausage, removed from casings, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing dish, 1 large red onion, finely diced, 2 stalks celery, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Country Bread and Sage Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Country Bread and Sage Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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