Oven-Baked Bread Stuffing With Sausage, Pecans, And

Name: Oven-Baked Bread Stuffing With Sausage, Pecans, And Apricots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sweet Italian sausage; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted, plus possibly more dependent on quantity of rendered sausage fat; 1 large onion, chopped medium (about 1 1/2 cups); 4 medium ribs celery , diced medium (about 1 1/2 cups); 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram; 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ cups dried 1/2-inch cubes from one 1-pound loaf French bread or potato, or challah bread; 2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium canned chicken broth; 3 large eggs , beaten lightly; 1 teaspoon table salt; 2 cups chopped pecans , toasted; 1 cup dried apricots , sliced thin

Servings: persons

1 pound sweet Italian sausage
2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted, plus possibly more dependent on quantity of rendered sausage fat
1 large onion, chopped medium (about 1 1/2 cups)
4 medium ribs celery , diced medium (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cups dried 1/2-inch cubes from one 1-pound loaf French bread or potato, or challah bread
2 cups chicken stock or low-sodium canned chicken broth
3 large eggs , beaten lightly
1 teaspoon table salt
2 cups chopped pecans , toasted
1 cup dried apricots , sliced thin

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1. Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 400 degrees (350 degrees if using challah). Fry crumbled sweet Italian sausage in large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes; remove with slotted spoon and place in large bowl. If necessary, add enough butter to rendered sausage fat to equal 6 tablespoons.
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2. Return skillet to heat; add onion and celery and saute, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 8 minutes. Stir in sage, thyme, marjoram, parsley, and black pepper and cook until just fragrant, about 1 minute longer. Turn onion mixture into large mixing bowl. Add bread cubes, stock, eggs, reserved sausage, pecans, dried apricots, and salt and toss gently to distribute dry and wet ingredients evenly. Turn mixture into buttered 13-x 9-inch baking dish, drizzle with reserved melted butter, cover tightly with foil, and bake until fragrant, about 25 minutes (30 minutes for challah). Remove foil and bake until golden brown crust forms on top, 15 to 20 minutes longer. Serve warm.

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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.
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.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted, plus possibly more dependent on quantity of rendered sausage fat, 1 large onion, chopped medium (about 1 1/2 cups), 4 medium ribs celery , diced medium (about 1 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, Oven-Baked Bread Stuffing With Sausage, Pecans, And Apricots 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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Oven-Baked Bread Stuffing With Sausage, Pecans, And Apricots

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