Lucia's Italian Style Turkey Stuffing

Take your holiday feast to the next level with *Lucia's Italian Style Turkey Stuffing*! This flavorful twist on traditional stuffing combines day-old Italian bread, savory mild Italian sausage, aromatic garlic and herbs like rosemary and sage, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for a rich, cheesy finish. Perfectly moist with a golden, crispy top, this stuffing is baked to perfection and can be served as a hearty side dish or used to stuff your Thanksgiving turkey. With its rustic Italian charm, this stuffing pairs beautifully with roasted meats and fresh salads, bringing a delicious dose of comfort to any table. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean flavors and holiday gatherings alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 cups Italian bread (day-old, cubed)
• 1 pound Mild Italian sausage, casings removed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 cups Chicken or turkey broth
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Fresh sage, chopped
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the cubed Italian bread onto a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and slightly dry. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and cook the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for 5 minutes or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, and sautéed onion-celery mixture. Stir in the parsley, rosemary, sage, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, warm the chicken or turkey broth over low heat. Gradually add the warm broth to the bread mixture, tossing gently to combine. Add the lightly beaten egg and mix until the stuffing is evenly moistened but not soggy. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish or use it to stuff your holiday turkey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4294.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10060.9

Total Fat 304.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 667.5mg	0%
Sodium 22040.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1472.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 102.5g	0%
Total Sugars 108.7g
Protein 397.0g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 2757.7mg	0%
Iron 108.5mg	0%
Potassium 5447.7mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 57.6%