Description
This cornbread and sourdough stuffing with sausage, red onion and fresh herbs is perfect for your holiday table, but will be a popular side dish for any Sunday family dinner throughout the cold months.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
5 cups (375 g) cornbread, cut into 1-inch cubes
5 cups (375 g) sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups (150 g) celery, chopped (about 3 stalks)
1 1/2 cups (150 g) red onion, roughly chopped
2 tsp coarse salt
2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 garlic cloves, chopped
4 large eggs
1/2 cup (30 g) flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, picked
1/2 cup (113 g) salted butter
1 1/2 cups (355 ml) chicken broth
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set it aside.
- Cut the cornbread and sourdough into 1-inch cubes. For best results, use slightly stale bread to avoid soggy stuffing.
Cook the Sausage
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into medium chunks with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-9 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the sausage to a large mixing bowl, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
Sauté the Vegetables
- Melt 1/2 cup of butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped celery, red onion, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and translucent.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 additional minute.
- Remove the vegetable mixture from the skillet and add it to the bowl with the sausage and bread cubes.
Combine the Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of chicken broth, heavy cream, eggs, parsley, and thyme.
- Pour this mixture over the sausage and bread mixture. Gently toss until evenly combined.
Assemble the Stuffing
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle the remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth over the top to ensure moisture.
Bake the Stuffing
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Serve and Enjoy
- Let the stuffing rest for 10 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and makes it easier to portion.
Notes
Tips for Success:
Choosing Bread: Use slightly stale or toasted bread for better texture. If your bread is fresh, dry it out by placing cubes in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
Flavor Boost: Browning the sausage well adds a deep, savory flavor. Don’t skip this step!
Mixing: Gently toss the ingredients to avoid breaking the bread cubes too much.
Prevent Sogginess: Evenly drizzle the broth to avoid overly wet spots.
Optional Additions:
Add chopped apples or dried cranberries for a hint of sweetness.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before baking for a cheesy crust.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 75mg