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Kid’s Apple Sausage Stuffing
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Instructions
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Toast bread cubes in a 300 degree oven for 8-10 minutes.
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Turn the oven temperature to 350 degrees.
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If using sausage links, remove casings.
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Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a large saute pan over medium heat and cook sausage for 3-5 minutes or until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
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Heat butter in the saute pan over medium heat and cook the apples, celery, onion, thyme and salt for 6-8 minutes until soft and tender.
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Place the bread cubes in a bowl with the sausage, vegetables, eggs and chicken stock. Combine thoroughly.
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Grease a 11 x 7 baking dish. Place the stuffing mixture in the dish.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Day-Old Bread is Your Secret Weapon 🍞Use bread cubes that have been left out overnight or day-old bread to prevent sogginess; fresh bread absorbs too much liquid and becomes mushy rather than achieving that perfect crispy-top, fluffy-interior texture.
- Sauté Sausage Separately for Maximum Flavor 🌭Brown the chicken apple sausage links in a separate skillet before adding to the stuffing to render their fat and develop a deep, caramelized flavor that won't get diluted in the liquid.
- Toast Bread Cubes to Lock in Texture 🔆Lightly toast your bread cubes in the oven at 325°F for 10-15 minutes before mixing with wet ingredients to create a protective seal that maintains structural integrity throughout cooking.
- Dice Apples Last and Add Acid 🍎Cut apples immediately before assembly and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain their sweet-tart contrast against the savory sausage and herbs.
- Tent with Foil, Then Uncover for Crispiness ✨Cover the stuffing with foil for the first 30 minutes of baking to keep it moist, then remove foil for the final 15-20 minutes to develop that golden, crispy top layer kids love.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Low Carb
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