Quick Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing Recipe

Name: Quick Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 stalks celery & tops, finely chopped; 1 lb bulk pork sausage; 1 (16 ounce) packageseasoned bread stuffing mix; 1 cup packed coarsely chopped dried apple; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage; 1 12-2 cups turkey broth or 1 12-2 cups chicken broth, as needed; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 stalks celery & tops, finely chopped
1 lb bulk pork sausage
1 (16 ounce) packageseasoned bread stuffing mix
1 cup packed coarsely chopped dried apple
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 12-2 cups turkey broth or 1 12-2 cups chicken broth, as needed
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
In a big skillet, heat oil over medium heat; add in onion and celery; cook, uncovered, stirring often, until the veggies are softened, about 3 minutes.
2
Add in sausage; cook, stirring often to break up the sausage with a spoon, until the sausage is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
3
Scrape the sausage mixture into a big bowl; add in the stuffing mix, dried apples, melted butter, parsley, and sage.
4
Toss, gradually adding about 1 1/2 cups broth, until the stuffing is evenly moistened but not soggy.
5
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Transfer to a lightly buttered casserole dish; drizzle with 1/2 cup broth.
7
Cover and bake at 350 for about 30 minutes; if you like crusty stuffing, uncover the last 15 minutes of baking.

508

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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: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 large onion, finely chopped, 3 stalks celery & tops, finely chopped, 1 lb bulk pork sausage, and more.

Yes, Quick Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quick Sausage, Apple, and Sage Stuffing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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