Joanie'S Sausage Bread Stuffing Recipe

Name: Joanie'S Sausage Bread Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb breakfast sausage (i.e., Jimmy Dean); 8 tablespoons butter; 2 cups chopped onions; 2 cups chopped celery, including leaves; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme; 2 teaspoons celery seeds (optional); 1 pinch grated nutmeg (optional); 1 pinch ground cloves (optional); 1 teaspoon salt; 10 -½ cups lightly toasted bread, cubes; 1 cup dried cranberries (Craisins) or 1 cup cherries; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup white wine

Servings: persons

1 lb breakfast sausage (i.e., Jimmy Dean)
8 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups chopped celery, including leaves
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried sage
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons celery seeds (optional)
1 pinch grated nutmeg (optional)
1 pinch ground cloves (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
10 -½ cups lightly toasted bread, cubes
1 cup dried cranberries (Craisins) or 1 cup cherries
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup white wine

1
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
2
Add the sausage, onion, celery, garlic, sage, thyme, celery seeds, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
3
Saute, until the sausage is no longer pink and onion is soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
4
Do not drain.
5
Remove from the heat.
6
In a large bowl, toss the sauteed vegetables with the bread cubes and cranberries/cherries.
7
Season with pepper.
8
Pour it over the stuffing, along with the broth, and toss to coat.
9
The stuffing should just barely hold together when mounded on a spoon.
10
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
11
Stuff the bird, or, if baking some or all of the stuffing in a casserole.
12
Bake it covered until heated through, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
13
For a crunchy top, uncover it for the last 15 minutes of baking.

283

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb breakfast sausage (i.e., Jimmy Dean), 8 tablespoons butter, 2 cups chopped onions, 2 cups chopped celery, including leaves, and more.

Yes, Joanie'S Sausage Bread Stuffing 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Joanie'S Sausage Bread Stuffing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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