Mom’s Best Stuffing
Description: This cherished recipe, passed down for thirty years, has only improved with time. Crafted with love, it’s a savory delight that’s traveled 3000 miles and still remains a beloved dish, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces bulk sausage
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3 onions
- 1 celery stalk
- 3 mushrooms
- 6 cups cornbread stuffing mix
- 6 teaspoons rubbed sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 1/2 cups turkey broth
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 egg
Instructions:
-
Begin by sautรฉing the bulk sausage in a pan until browned; once cooked, remove it from the pan and cut it into small, bite-sized pieces.
-
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the onions, celery, and mushrooms, and cook for about 3 minutes or until they’re softened and fragrant.
-
Transfer the cooked sausage and sautรฉed vegetables (along with any remaining butter from the skillet) into a large mixing bowl.
-
To the bowl, add the cornbread stuffing mix, bread cubes, rubbed sage, dried thyme, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, pecans, turkey broth, chicken broth, and egg.
-
Toss all the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring that the mixture is evenly moistened and seasoned. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
-
The stuffing should be moist but not overly soggy. If necessary, add more turkey broth to achieve the desired consistency.
-
Transfer the prepared stuffing mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
-
Bake the stuffing in a preheated oven at 325ยฐF (165ยฐC) for 20 minutes covered, then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until heated through and a golden crust forms on top.
-
Alternatively, for an extra flavorful twist, stuff the prepared mixture into a large turkey before roasting it, allowing the stuffing to absorb the delicious juices from the bird as it cooks.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 416.8
- Fat: 31.5g
- Saturated Fat: 10.9g
- Cholesterol: 108mg
- Sodium: 773.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.8g
- Fiber: 3.7g
- Sugar: 5g
- Protein: 13g
Keywords: Poultry, Fruit, Nuts, Meat, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours.
This hearty stuffing recipe is a testament to the warmth and tradition of home-cooked meals, perfect for bringing families together during festive occasions or weeknight dinners alike. Enjoy the rich flavors and comforting aromas of Mom’s Best Stuffing, a timeless classic that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
