Cornbread Stuffing with Sausage, Apples & Sage
Cornbread Stuffing with Sausage, Apples & Sage is a heartwarming dish that combines savory sausage, sweet apples, and fragrant sage in a fluffy cornbread base. This delightful stuffing is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings, delivering comforting flavors that evoke cherished memories.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cornbread, crumbled
- 1 pound pork sausage, crumbled
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add diced onion and celery; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the sausage and apples to the skillet and cook until the sausage is browned.
- In a large bowl, combine crumbled cornbread with the sausage mixture. Gradually pour in chicken broth until well mixed but not mushy.
- Stir in fresh sage and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Feel free to use spicy sausage for added flavor or swap out apples for dried cranberries. To maintain moisture when reheating leftovers, add a splash of broth before warming in the oven.