Sausage and Sour-Cherry Stuffing Recipe

Name: Sausage and Sour-Cherry Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cubes from a loaf of Italian rustic bread (trimmed of crust); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small red onion, peeled and very thinly sliced (3/4 cup); 2 small garlic cloves, minced; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 ounces sweet Italian sausage (about 1 1/2 links), casings removed; 1/3 cup (2 ounces) coarsely chopped dried sour cherries; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1/3 cup Basic Chicken Stock (page 41); 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1
Toast bread Heat oven to 400F.
2
Spread bread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
3
Let stand until cool.
4
Make stuffing Set a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot, then heat the oil.
5
Add onion and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
6
Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
7
Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with the back of a spoon, until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
8
Stir in cherries and rosemary and cook 1 minute more.
9
Pour in stock and stir to combine, then stir in bread, making sure all parts are moistened with liquid.
10
Remove from heat and stir in parsley.
11
Adjust seasoning as desired, before proceeding with Stuffed Turkey Breast recipe (page 156).

156

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cubes from a loaf of Italian rustic bread (trimmed of crust), 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small red onion, peeled and very thinly sliced (3/4 cup), 2 small garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Sausage and Sour-Cherry 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.

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Sausage and Sour-Cherry Stuffing

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