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Cornbread Sausage Stuffing

Delicious Cornbread Sausage Stuffing for a Healthy Holiday

This Cornbread Sausage Stuffing combines sweet cornbread and savory sausage, perfect for your holiday dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Lean Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage Substitute with chicken sausage or plant-based sausage for vegetarian option
For the Herbs
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage Dried sage can be used but reduce quantity
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Use dried thyme in half the amount
For the Stuffing
  • 1 box Cornbread Stuffing Mix Choose a low-sodium mix for healthier option
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Raisins or chopped apples can also be used
For Moisture
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your ingredients.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet and sauté diced onions and chopped celery for 6-8 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Add the turkey sausage to the skillet, breaking it up and cooking for 5-7 minutes until browned. Incorporate sage and thyme, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sausage mixture with cornbread stuffing mix and dried cranberries. Pour in chicken broth, stirring until evenly combined.
  5. Transfer the stuffing to a greased baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make cornbread 1-2 days in advance for best texture. Adjust broth for desired moisture level before baking.

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