Traditional Sausage Mushroom Turkey Stuffing

Elevate your holiday table with this Traditional Sausage Mushroom Turkey Stuffing, a crowd-pleasing classic brimming with comforting flavors and hearty textures. This recipe combines savory breakfast sausage, earthy cremini mushrooms, aromatic dried sage and thyme, and cubes of day-old bread moistened with a rich stock and egg mixture for the perfect balance of moisture and crispness. The sautéed medley of onions, celery, and garlic adds depth, while fresh parsley brings a pop of brightness. Baked to golden perfection with a slightly crispy top, this stuffing pairs wonderfully with roasted turkey or as a standalone dish. With simple prep and familiar ingredients, it’s bound to become a family favorite for Thanksgiving and beyond.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms
• 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
• 2 teaspoons dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups chicken or turkey stock
• 2 large eggs
• 10 cups day-old bread, cubed (such as sourdough or French bread)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon olive oil or extra butter (for greasing baking dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, cooking until softened, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms have released their moisture and are slightly browned.

Step 4

Add the sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Continue to cook until the sausage is browned and fully cooked through, about 8–10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the dried sage, dried thyme, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute to evenly distribute the seasoning.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chicken or turkey stock and eggs until well combined.

Step 8

Add the cubed bread to the mixing bowl, followed by the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture. Gently toss everything together until the bread is evenly moistened.

Step 9

Fold in the chopped parsley for a burst of fresh flavor.

Step 10

Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread it out in an even layer.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.

Step 13

Let the stuffing cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting and traditional dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2864.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5507.0

Total Fat 240.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 814.3mg	0%
Sodium 12588.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 645.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.3g	0%
Total Sugars 55.4g
Protein 204.1g	0%

Vitamin D 97.9IU	0%
Calcium 1264.0mg	0%
Iron 44.4mg	0%
Potassium 4416.8mg	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: 38.9%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 46.4%