Turkey Sausage and Pear Stuffing Recipe

Name: Turkey Sausage and Pear Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 loaf whole grain bread, cut into cubes (4 cups); 1 lb turkey sausage, sweet Italian-style; ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth; 4 celery ribs, coarsely chopped; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 1 bosc pear, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1 loaf whole grain bread, cut into cubes (4 cups)
1 lb turkey sausage, sweet Italian-style
½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 bosc pear, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
Heat oven to 350F Lightly oil a 9-by 13-inch baking dish.
2
Place bread crumbs in a large bowl.
3
Remove sausage from the casings and break into 1/2-inch pieces.
4
Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add sausage and cook until browned, about 3 minutes.
6
Transfer to the bowl with bread cubes.
7
Return the skillet to the heat.
8
Add 2 tablespoons of the broth and, using a wooden spoon, scrape and browned bits of sausage from the bottom of the skillet.
9
Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil, celery and onion; cook until softened, about 6 minutes.
10
Add pear and sage; cook 2 more minutes.
11
Transfer vegetable mixture to the bowl with the bread and sausage.
12
Add egg and stir to combine.
13
Add remaining broth, parsley, salt and pepper; mix well.
14
Spread stuffing evenly in baking dish.
15
Bake until top is crispy and stuffing is heated through, about 30 minutes.

362

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 loaf whole grain bread, cut into cubes (4 cups), 1 lb turkey sausage, sweet Italian-style, ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Turkey Sausage and Pear 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!

Turkey Sausage and Pear Stuffing

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Variations & substitutions

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