Best 2 Turkey Sausage Wild Rice Stuffing Recipes

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Turkey sausage wild rice stuffing is a classic side dish that can elevate any holiday meal. Its savory, nutty flavor and hearty texture make it an ideal accompaniment to roasted turkey, chicken, or pork. This versatile dish can also be served as a main course with a side of vegetables or salad. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and ease of preparation, turkey sausage wild rice stuffing is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROAST TURKEY WITH WILD RICE, SAUSAGE, AND APPLE STUFFING



Roast Turkey with Wild Rice, Sausage, and Apple Stuffing image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings of 2/3 cup stuffing and 4 ounces skinless turkey

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup wild rice
3 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cooking apple, such as a Golden Delicious, Gravenstein, or Rome, peeled, cored, and chopped
2 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme leaves
Pinch ground mace or nutmeg
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound fresh Italian-style turkey sausage, casings removed
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted (see Cook's Note)
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 (8 to 10 pound) turkey, fresh or thawed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the stuffing: Combine the wild rice, water, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and just bursting, about 30 minutes. (Times may very depending on the brand of rice used.) Drain and set aside.
  • Adjust an oven rack to lowest position and remove other racks. Preheat to 325 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, apple, celery, garlic, thyme, mace, remaining 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon and cook until it loses most of its rosy color, but not so much that it's dry, about 5 minutes more. Stir in the cooked wild rice, pecans, and parsley into the vegetable mixture. (This can be made the day before.)
  • For the turkey: Remove turkey parts from neck and breast cavities and reserve for other uses, if desired. Dry bird well with paper towels, inside and out. Melt the butter together with the poultry seasoning. Salt and pepper inside the bird cavity. Loosely add the stuffing to the cavity and set the bird on a rack in a roasting pan, breast-side up, and brush generously with the seasoned butter, then season with salt and pepper. Tent the top of the bird with foil.
  • Roast the turkey for about 2 hours undisturbed. Remove and discard the foil. Baste with the remaining butter. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F and continue to roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F when inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, about 20 to 25 minutes more. Remove turkey from oven and tent with foil for 15 minutes before carving.

TURKEY SAUSAGE WILD RICE STUFFING



Turkey Sausage Wild Rice Stuffing image

Another stuffing recipe, but a little different. I like to use the turkey sausages for this because they already have some seasoning in them. The apple and pecans really raise the flavor level of the dish.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup wild rice
3 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cooking apple, peeled, cored and chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped (with leaves)
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 lb fresh turkey sausage, casings removed
1/2 cup pecans, toasted
1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the wild rice, stock, and 1/2 tablespoon salt. In medium saucepan, bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender. About 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a skillet over med-high heat. Add onion, apple, celery, garlic, thyme, nutmeg, remaining salt and pepper. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the sausage, breaking it up into pieces. Cook until no longer pink. Stir in cooked wild rice, pecans and parsley.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your stuffing will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Season your stuffing well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs and spices to your stuffing. This will help it to taste delicious and flavorful.
  • Don't overstuff your turkey: A good rule of thumb is to use about 1 cup of stuffing for every pound of turkey. If you overstuff your turkey, it will not cook evenly.
  • Cook your stuffing at the correct temperature: The ideal temperature for cooking stuffing is 350°F (175°C). This will help it to cook evenly and prevent it from drying out.
  • Let your stuffing rest before serving: After you have cooked your stuffing, let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to serve.

Conclusion:

Turkey sausage wild rice stuffing is a delicious and flavorful side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving or any other special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like your stuffing savory, sweet, or somewhere in between, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and festive stuffing recipe, give turkey sausage wild rice stuffing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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