Simple Dressing With Sausage And Sage Recipe

Name: Simple Dressing With Sausage And Sage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 stalks celery, small dice; 2 medium yellow onions, small dice; 1 1/2 pounds fresh sweet Italian sausage, casing removed; 3 tablespoons sage leaves, chiffonade; 1 tablespoon thyme leaves; 3/4 to 1 pound roasted chestnuts, peeled and roughly chopped, optional; 6 cups bread cubes (Tuscan bread with the crust removed), lightly toasted; 1 1/2 cups turkey stock or chicken stock, or as needed to soften the bread; 1/4 cup heavy cream; Salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 stalks celery, small dice
2 medium yellow onions, small dice
1 1/2 pounds fresh sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
3 tablespoons sage leaves, chiffonade
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
3/4 to 1 pound roasted chestnuts, peeled and roughly chopped, optional
6 cups bread cubes (Tuscan bread with the crust removed), lightly toasted
1 1/2 cups turkey stock or chicken stock, or as needed to soften the bread
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 9-by-11-inch baking dish; set aside.
2
In a large skillet, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the celery and onions, cook until almost translucent. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the sausage, stirring frequently and browning on all sides, about 6 minutes. Stir in the sage, thyme, chestnuts (if desired) and cubed bread. Combine the stock and the heavy cream and season lightly with the salt and pepper. Add the liquid, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring gently to combine. You may need to add a bit more stock, depending on the bread that you use, to achieve the desired consistency.
3
Arrange the stuffing in the baking dish. Cut the remaining butter into small pieces and place on top of the dressing. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes. If the top gets too brown, cover with aluminum foil.

436

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 stalks celery, small dice, 2 medium yellow onions, small dice, 1 1/2 pounds fresh sweet Italian sausage, casing removed, and more.

Yes, Simple Dressing With Sausage And Sage 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Dressing With Sausage And Sage

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