Best 3 Simple Sage Dressingstuffing Recipes

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Sage dressing or stuffing is a traditional side dish that can elevate any meal with its savory and aromatic flavors. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or a contemporary twist on this beloved dish, there are endless variations to satisfy every palate. With the right combination of herbs, spices, and ingredients, you can create a simple yet flavorful sage dressing or stuffing that will steal the show at your next gathering. Let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for "simple sage dressingstuffing."

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

TRADITIONAL SAGE DRESSING



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This is a very basic typical stuffing. The sage complements the turkey exceedingly well. It is a down and dirty no frills bread stuffing.

Provided by submrnfamily

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup melted butter
1 cup minced fresh parsley
3 cups chopped onions
3 cups minced celery (stalks and leaves)
salt and black pepper, to taste
16 slices white bread, dried and broken into small pieces
1 egg
2 cups chicken broth
6 tablespoons minced fresh sage

Steps:

  • Saute the onions and celery in 4 tablespoons butter until soft.
  • In a large bowl, toss the dried bread, sage, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the onion mixture along with the remaining melted butter to the bread mixture.
  • Beat the egg and add to the mixture.
  • Toss until well mixed.
  • Add the broth slowly while tossing mixture to moisten thoroughly, making sure to not make the stuffing soupy.
  • Stuff the turkey or bake alongside in a greased casserole, in a 325 degree oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.5, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 112.3, Sodium 920.9, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 7.6, Protein 9.8

SIMPLE SAGE DRESSING/STUFFING



Simple Sage Dressing/Stuffing image

Our family's traditional stuffing recipe for the Thanksgiving turkey. Although I have strayed from time to time over the years, this is the stuffing recipe I always return to. All ingredient amounts are estimated; Mom has never measured and neither have I. Mom wants me to remind you to be careful with the amount of sage you use. Start off using a small amount of sage then adjust as needed. Please note that for safety reasons I do not place the stuffing into the cavity of the turkey, rather, I bake it separately. Finally and most importanly, *please avoid using commercially produced stock in this stuffing*. This is the stock recipe I use every time: Recipe #55282 And the bread recipe I've used the past several Thanksgivings: Recipe #102949

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups day old bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
butter, for sauteing
2 cups celery & leaves, minced
1 large yellow onion, diced small
1 -2 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon dried sage or 3 teaspoons finely minced fresh sage, to taste
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt-free garlic powder
salt, to taste
white pepper, to taste
fresh salt-free turkey broth, warm but not too hot

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a skillet, melt approximately 2-3 tablespoons butter on medium heat and sautè the celery and onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In the meantime, cube the bread and set aside in a large, deep mixing bowl.
  • Place the cooled celery and onion in the mixing bowl with the cubed bread. Next, add the *egg(s), sage, poultry seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and white pepper. Toss to combine. *Usually I don't need more than one egg.
  • Now stir in about [1] cup of turkey stock. Mix. Add more stock, about 1/2 cup at a time until the bread mixture is {lightly} moistened but not saturated.
  • Place the stuffing mixture in a buttered ovenproof casserole dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes, removing the foil about 15 minutes before the cooking time is completed to allow the top to brown.
  • Serve hot.

BREAD STUFFING WITH SAGE



Bread Stuffing with Sage image

This incredibly simple stuffing has a traditional flavor everyone will love. It's a wonderful complement to Salt and Pepper Turkey.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 loaves sliced white sandwich bread (1 pound each), torn into bite-size pieces
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, plus more for baking dish and foil
4 celery stalks, diced medium
1 large onion, diced medium
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 teaspoons dried rubbed sage
1 teaspoon celery seed
3 eggs
3 1/2 cups (29 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On two rimmed baking sheets, arrange bread in a single layer. Bake until dry but not browned, about 14 minutes, tossing bread and rotating sheets halfway through. Transfer to a large bowl. (To store, let cool completely and keep in a resealable plastic bag at room temperature, up to 1 week.)
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium. Add celery and onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften, about 8 minutes. Add sage and celery seed and cook 3 minutes more. Transfer to bowl with bread. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and broth. Add to bread mixture and toss to combine.
  • Reserve 4 cups stuffing for turkey. Spoon remaining stuffing into a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cover with buttered foil; refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake at 350 degrees until warmed through, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful dressing, use fresh sage leaves instead of dried. If using fresh sage, you will need about 1/2 cup.
  • If you don't have any chicken broth on hand, you can use water instead. However, the chicken broth will add more flavor to the dressing.
  • Be sure to toast the bread cubes before adding them to the dressing. This will help them to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • If you are using a store-bought rotisserie chicken, be sure to remove the skin and bones before adding the chicken to the dressing.
  • Serve the dressing warm or at room temperature. It can also be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Conclusion:

Sage dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving or any other special occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover bread. With its simple ingredients and rustic flavor, sage dressing is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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