Description
This homemade stuffing recipe combines savory sage and onion bread cubes with sautéed apples, celery, and onions, seasoned with poultry spices and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a comforting side dish for holiday meals or any special dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 12 oz Sage and Onion Stuffing Cubes
- ½ cup butter
- 2 apples, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1-2 tablespoons sage
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2-3 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Set aside the dish for later use.
- Sauté vegetables and apples: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples, celery, and onion to the skillet. Cook for about 10 minutes or until the onions become soft and translucent, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Combine bread cubes and sautéed mixture: Place the sage and onion stuffing cubes into a large mixing bowl. Add the sautéed apple and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat the bread evenly.
- Season and mix: Sprinkle in the sage, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to incorporate all the flavors throughout the stuffing mix.
- Add broth to moisten: Gradually pour in 2 to 3 cups of chicken broth, stirring as you go. Add enough broth so that the bread cubes are moist but not too soggy, ensuring a perfect texture.
- Transfer and bake: Spread the bread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the stuffing is heated through and the top develops a lovely golden-brown crust.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste; you can add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- Ensure not to over-soak the bread cubes as soggy stuffing can become mushy.
- This stuffing can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated before baking.
