Best 4 Whole Wheat Stuffing With Turkey Sausage Recipes

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Whole wheat stuffing with turkey sausage is a comforting and savory side dish that perfectly complements any holiday feast. Whether you're preparing a traditional Thanksgiving dinner or simply looking for a hearty and flavorful stuffing recipe, this dish is sure to impress. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat bread, flavorful turkey sausage, a medley of herbs, and aromatic vegetables, this stuffing captures the essence of fall and brings a cozy warmth to your dining table.

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

WHOLE-WHEAT STUFFING WITH TURKEY SAUSAGE



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Get all the things you love about sausagestuffing (savory meat, fresh herbs, and lotsof bread) without feeling stuffed yourself.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices whole-wheat bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (7 to 8 cups)
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 link (8 ounces) Italian turkey sausage, casing removed
3 celery stalks, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 1/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Arrange bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until dried out, about 8 minutes. Let cool.
  • Raise oven temperature to 350 degrees. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown sausage, breaking up meat with a wooden spatula, for 4 minutes. Stir in celery, garlic, and onion. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Combine bread, sausage-vegetable mixture, stock, egg, parsley, thyme, and sage in a large bowl. Transfer stuffing to an 11-inch oval baking dish. Cover with parchment-lined foil. Bake for 45 minutes. Turn on broiler. Uncover stuffing, and broil 9 to 10 inches from heat source until top is golden brown and crunchy, about 1 minute. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 g, Cholesterol 41 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9 g, Sodium 457 g

BEST SAUSAGE STUFFING



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This stuffing has lots of flavor and is nice and moist. You can also change the ingredients to your liking. I quadruple this recipe and make the extra in my electric roaster, that's how much everyone loves it. This recipe is very adaptable, you can change it around anyway you like and it will still be delicious!

Provided by MOMMY5

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound breakfast sausage
¾ cup margarine, melted
¾ cup finely diced onion
1 ½ cups chopped celery
8 cups soft bread cubes, divided
3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a large, deep skillet; cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown, about 10 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and let drain on paper towels. Combine melted margarine with the sausage drippings until there is 1 cup of drippings and margarine combined.
  • Cook and stir onion and celery in the margarine-dripping mixture in the same skillet over medium heat until onion is tender but not browned, about 10 minutes . Stir in about 1/3 of the bread cubes. Pour onion mixture into a large bowl and stir in remaining bread cubes, sausage, poultry seasoning, and pepper. Watch your hands, it's hot. Mix well. This stuffing is ready for baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 512.3 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

WHOLE WHEAT SAUSAGE AND APPLE STUFFING



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Cranberries and apples add sweetness to this rosemary seasoned stuffing made with Italian-style sausage and leeks.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 loaf SARA LEE® Soft & Smooth™ Whole Grain White Bread, cubed
1 pound Italian-style turkey sausage
¼ cup butter
6 cups coarsely chopped leeks
2 each tart green apples - peeled, cored and chopped
2 cups chopped celery
4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread bread cubes in a single layer over two baking sheets. Bake until slightly dry, about 15 minutes.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling coarsely, for about 10 minutes or until evenly brown. Drain off grease, and transfer sausage to a large bowl.
  • Melt butter in the skillet; add leeks, apples, celery, and poultry seasoning. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes. Stir in the rosemary and dried cranberries.
  • Mix leek mixture and bread cubes with sausage in bowl. Stir in chicken broth. Spoon stuffing into turkey, packing loosely.
  • Bake remaining stuffing in a buttered baking dish, covered, at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes. Uncover, and bake another 15 minutes to brown top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 640.9 mg, Sugar 15.1 g

TURKEY WITH SAUSAGE STUFFING



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Here's a super way to savor roast turkey and stuffing without having to cook the big holiday bird. The stuffing is hearty, and the meat is juicy and tender. -Aura Lee Johnson, Vermilion, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 10-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bone-in turkey breast (5 to 7 pounds)
1/4 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 pounds bulk pork sausage
2 cups sliced celery
2 medium onions, chopped
4 cups dry bread cubes
2 cups pecan halves
1 cup raisins
2/3 cup chicken broth
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place turkey breast side up in a shallow roasting pan. Brush with butter. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 170° (cover loosely with foil to prevent overbrowning if necessary)., Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, celery and onions until meat is no longer pink; drain. Transfer to a bowl; stir in the bread cubes, pecans, raisins, broth, eggs, salt, sage and pepper., Spoon into a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour., Let turkey stand for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with stuffing.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high quality ingredients: Fresh herbs, flavorful vegetables, and artisanal bread will elevate the stuffing's taste.
  • Toast the bread cubes: This adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the stuffing.
  • Sauté the vegetables: Caramelizing the vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • Season generously: Don't be shy with salt and pepper. A well-seasoned stuffing will have a balanced and harmonious flavor.
  • Use a combination of liquids: Broth, wine, and melted butter add moisture and richness to the stuffing.
  • Don't overmix: Stir the stuffing ingredients together gently to avoid breaking the bread cubes.
  • Stuff the turkey loosely: Allow the stuffing to expand during cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Bake the stuffing separately: If you're concerned about the stuffing not cooking through inside the turkey, bake it in a separate casserole dish.

Conclusion:

With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can create a delicious and memorable whole wheat stuffing with turkey sausage that will be the star of your Thanksgiving feast. This stuffing combines the classic flavors of sage, thyme, and rosemary with the savory richness of turkey sausage, creating a dish that is both comforting and sophisticated. Whether you choose to stuff it inside the turkey or bake it separately, this whole wheat stuffing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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