Sausage Stuffing Recipe (with Figs)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
252 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
Sausage Stuffing Recipe (with Figs)
Description
The preparation starts by browning Italian sausage and draining it over torn baguette pieces. Butter is melted to sauté diced onions and celery until translucent, then combined with quartered dried mission figs, thyme, and chives to bring a sweet and herbal complexity. This mixture is spread over the bread and combined with warm chicken or vegetable stock to moisten the stuffing evenly.
After allowing the mixture to rest so the bread absorbs the liquid fully, it is transferred to a baking dish and baked covered then uncovered, ensuring a moist interior with a golden, buttery crust on top. The absence of eggs keeps the texture rustic, relying on bread cubes to bind the flavors. Generous herbs elevate the stuffing's aroma and flavor profile.
The recipe offers flexibility for adjustments and emphasizes the importance of seasoning and letting the stuffing absorb the stock before baking, ensuring a tender and flavorful result that complements roasted poultry or other main dishes.
Ingredients
- 12 ounce baguette torn into even pieces
- 8 tablespoons butter divided, unsalted
- 8 ounces Italian sausage casings removed
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 celery ribs diced
- 14 Mission figs dried, quartered
- 2 tablespoons thyme minced
- 1 tablespoon chives thinly sliced
- 2 ½ cups chicken stock or vegetable stock, warm
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375˚F.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage, brown and crumble for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain with a slotted spoon and pour sausage over the bread cubes.
- Melt remaining butter into the skillet and add onion and celery. Saute for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion and celery becomes translucent. Season with salt and pepper. Add figs and continue to sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in thyme and chives.
- Remove mixture from heat and pour over bread cube mixture. Toss mixture together. Then pour warm stock over the top. Fold mixture together until no dry spots remain and everything is well mixed.
- Allow mixture to sit for about 6 to 8 minutes so any excess liquid can absorb into the mixture. Adjust seasonings.
- Pour mixture into a 9”x13” baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, uncover and continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Remove stuffing from the oven and allow mixture to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Allow the stuffing to rest with stock for several minutes to ensure the bread absorbs moisture fully, preventing dryness.
- Use plenty of fresh herbs like thyme and chives to enhance the stuffing's flavor.
- An egg is optional; add two beaten eggs before baking if a firmer texture is desired.
- Keep the baking dish covered with foil initially to retain moisture, then uncover later to develop a crispy top layer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 252kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 679mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 224mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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