Savory Sausage Mushroom Stuffing
Savory Sausage Mushroom Stuffing is a hearty, flavorful side dish made with Italian sausage, earthy mushrooms, aromatic vegetables, and tender bread. Rich, savory, and comforting, it’s the perfect addition to a holiday table or Sunday dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 links Italian sausage casing removed
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 3 cups sliced cremini sliced mushrooms
- 4 cups corn bread for stuffing or plain
- 1/2 cup chopped sage
- 2 cups chicken stock
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by adding the chicken stock to the corn bread.
- Remove the casings from the sausage, in the 2 Tbsp. of olive oil saute the sausage until just beginning to brown breaking it up as you go.
- Add the onions and celery and cook until soft and translucent. Then add in the sliced mushrooms cook until they are golden. then add chopped sage. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the sausage mixture to the cornbread.
- Bake in a preheated 375-oven for 50- 60 minutes.
Notes
For the best flavor, brown the sausage and mushrooms well before combining them with the bread. Letting the mushrooms develop some color adds a deeper, more savory flavor to the finished stuffing. If you prefer a softer stuffing, add a little extra broth before baking.