SOURDOUGH STUFFING WITH SAUSAGE, APPLES, AND GOLDEN RAISINS

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Sourdough Stuffing with Sausage, Apples, and Golden Raisins image

Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley

Categories     Side     Bake     Sauté     Thanksgiving     High Fiber     Dinner     Stuffing/Dressing     Raisin     Apple     Sausage     Family Reunion     Potluck     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1 1/2-pound loaf sourdough bread, crusts removed, bread cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 13 cups)
2 pounds bulk pork breakfast sausage
2 large onions, chopped (about 4 generous cups)
2 cups chopped celery (about 5 stalks)
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, divided
6 cups 1/2-inch cubes peeled Granny Smith apples (about 28 ounces)
3/4 cup golden raisins (about 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
2 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Spread bread cubes in single layer on large rimmed baking sheet. Bake until pale golden, stirring occasionally, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer bread to very large bowl.
  • Sautésausage in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking up into small pieces with back of fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl with bread cubes. Add onions and celery to drippings in skillet; sautéuntil golden brown, about 12 minutes. Transfer to bowl with bread-sausage mixture (do not clean skillet).
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add apples; sauté until tender, about 10 minutes. Add to bowl with bread mixture; mix in raisins.
  • Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in same skillet over low heat. Add 2 tablespoons sage; stir 30 seconds. Add sage butter to bowl with bread-sausage mixture; toss to blend. Season stuffing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Generously butter 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk broth and eggs in medium bowl; add to stuffing and toss to mix. Transfer to prepared baking dish. Bake stuffing uncovered until top is golden and crisp in spots, 45 minutes to 1 hour. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes and serve.

Sha Hardin
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I'm not a big fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind! The sourdough bread and sausage are a great combination. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday meal.


Vania Mso
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This is the best stuffing recipe I've ever tried! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it!


Agatha Sackey
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Md . Faruk Hawlader
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This stuffing is so delicious! I love the way the sourdough bread soaks up all the flavors of the sausage, apples, and golden raisins.


Shante Tasby
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my stuffing turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Rivindu Prabhashwara
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This stuffing is a great way to use up leftover sourdough bread. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy holiday meals.


King Juwel
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I love the addition of apples and golden raisins in this stuffing. It gives it a nice sweetness that balances out the savory flavors of the sausage.


Shean Sankalpana
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This was my first time making sourdough stuffing and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making it again.


Sandy Williams
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I've made this stuffing several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I highly recommend it!


John Kolorah
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I made this stuffing exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect! My family loved it.


Cushion Mekar (Ghulamshah)
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This stuffing was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more broth or butter next time.


Asmae Bio
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I'm not a big fan of stuffing, but this recipe changed my mind! The sourdough bread and sausage are a great combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Wahid Ali
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This stuffing is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


rexford yebuah
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I made this stuffing for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Polly Keller
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This sourdough stuffing was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The flavors of the sausage, apples, and golden raisins were perfectly balanced, and the sourdough bread gave it a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again next year.