Food Network Kitchens Sage, Sausage and Apple Dress

Name: Food Network Kitchens Sage, Sausage and Apple Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces stuffing cubes; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan and topping; 1 lb sausage (Fresh sage, casing removed); 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 golden delicious apples (or gravenstein or rome, peeled and chopped); 1 -2 celery rib (with leaves, chopped); ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 3 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium canned); ¼ cup flat leaf parsley; ½ cup walnut pieces, toasted; 2 eggs, beaten

Servings: persons

16 ounces stuffing cubes
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan and topping
1 lb sausage (Fresh sage, casing removed)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 golden delicious apples (or gravenstein or rome, peeled and chopped)
1 -2 celery rib (with leaves, chopped)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium canned)
¼ cup flat leaf parsley
½ cup walnut pieces, toasted
2 eggs, beaten

1
Preheat oven to 325.
2
Put the stuffing cubes in a large bowl and set aside.
3
Butter a 3-quart casserole dish.
4
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add the sausage and break up with a wooden spoon.
6
Cook until it loses most of its pink color, but not so much that it's dry, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the sausage and pan drippings to the stuffing cubes.
8
Melt the remaining butter in the pan.
9
Add the onion, apple, celery, and salt.
10
Cook until the vegetables get soft, about 5 minutes.
11
Add the broth and the parsley and bring to a boil.
12
Pour the vegetable mixture over the stuffing cubes and toss until evenly moistened.
13
Mix in the walnuts and eggs.
14
Loosely pack the dressing in the prepared pan and cook uncovered until the top forms a crust, about 40 minutes.
15
Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of turkey pan drippings or melted butter over the top.
16
Cook until the top is crisp and golden, about 20 minutes more.
17
Set immediately or warm.
18
Tips: Put the dressing in the oven during the last hour of cooking the turkey.
19
Note: To toast nuts, spread them out on a baking sheet and toast in a 350 degree oven until golden, about 7 minutes.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces stuffing cubes, 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the pan and topping, 1 lb sausage (Fresh sage, casing removed), 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Food Network Kitchens Sage, Sausage and Apple 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.

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Food Network Kitchens Sage, Sausage and Apple Dressing

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