Cornbread Sausage Apple Pecan Stuffing

Packed with bold flavors and seasonal flair, this Cornbread Sausage Apple Pecan Stuffing is the ultimate side dish for your holiday table. Featuring a savory blend of crumbled cornbread, juicy mild Italian sausage, crisp Granny Smith apples, and crunchy pecans, this recipe is a perfect harmony of sweet and savory. Fresh herbs like sage, thyme, and parsley add an aromatic depth, while a touch of chicken broth ensures a moist, tender texture. Baked to golden perfection, this stuffing is as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a classic Thanksgiving feast or a cozy family dinner, this crowd-pleasing dish will shine as the centerpiece of your spread.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Cornbread, crumbled
• 1 pound Mild Italian sausage
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 cup Pecans, roughly chopped
• 1.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Fresh sage, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and diced apple to the skillet, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped pecans, fresh sage, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, cooked sausage, and the vegetable-apple mixture from the skillet.

Step 7

Gradually pour the chicken broth over the mixture, stirring gently to combine. The stuffing should be moist but not soggy. Adjust the amount of broth if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cornbread Sausage Apple Pecan Stuffing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2685.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6871.5

Total Fat 364.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 851.4mg	0%
Sodium 15467.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 689.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.6g	0%
Total Sugars 145.5g
Protein 187.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1553.1mg	0%
Iron 33.7mg	0%
Potassium 3390.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 40.6%