Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing
Delicious and traditional for Thanksgiving.
Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing is a classic American Thanksgiving dish that combines sweet cornbread with juicy sausage, along with various spices and vegetables. The result is a rich, flavorful, and texturally satisfying dish that steals the show on holiday tables.
👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️
Cornbread cubes
Pork sausage
Celery sticks
Yellow onion
Garlic
Fresh sage leaves, chopped
Fresh thyme leaves, chopped
Salt
Pepper
Gravy (or chicken broth)
Olive oil
👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:
Cook the sausage for 7-8 minutes until browned all over. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the celery, onion, and garlic until translucent. Add gravy, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
In a large bowl, combine the cornbread cubes and cooked sausage. Pour the cooked vegetable gravy over the mixture and stir to combine.
Sprinkle the chopped sage and thyme over the top.
Place in a deep baking dish and bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until heated through and golden brown. Serve warm.
👉🏻✨TIPS
Cornbread cubes can be homemade or store-bought.
Choose your preferred sausage flavor, such as plain or spicy.
Adjust the baking time as needed to avoid drying out or overcooking.
👉🏻✨BENEFITS
Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing serves as a main dish staple during Thanksgiving, pairing well with other meats and vegetables to enhance the diversity and texture of the meal. Its combination of sweet cornbread and juicy sausage makes it both delicious and nutritious.
👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL
This dish is rich in carbohydrates, protein, fat, and various vitamins and minerals. The cornmeal in the cornbread provides dietary fiber, aiding in digestion. The sausage offers ample protein and fat, providing energy for the body. Additionally, the various vegetables and spices add to the dish's nutritional profile.
