Description
A Southern classic with a Texas twist — this sausage stuffing is loaded with flavor, from savory sausage to fresh herbs and crunchy veggies. Perfect for holidays or any cozy meal.
Ingredients
1 lb sausage (Italian, breakfast, or spicy)
1 loaf of day-old bread (sourdough or French), cubed and toasted
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 ribs of celery, diced
2–3 cups chicken broth
2 eggs (optional)
Fresh herbs (sage, thyme, parsley)
2 tbsp butter
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Brown your sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté onions and celery until soft (about 8 minutes).
4. Toss cubed bread in a large bowl. Add cooked sausage, sautéed veggies, and herbs. Stir well.
5. Whisk eggs (if using) with chicken broth in another bowl.
6. Pour broth mixture over the bread and toss until evenly moist.
7. Transfer mixture into a greased baking dish. Cover loosely with foil.
8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, then uncover and bake another 10–15 minutes until the top is crisp.
9. Serve warm with your favorite main dish.
Notes
Use turkey or vegan sausage for dietary needs.
Make ahead by assembling the night before and refrigerating.
Add-ins like mushrooms, apples, or cranberries elevate the flavor.
Avoid stuffing mistakes: toast your bread and don’t overmix.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: sausage stuffing, holiday side, Thanksgiving, comfort food