Classic Cornbread and Sausage Stuffing

This classic cornbread and sausage stuffing is the perfect side dish for any Thanksgiving or holiday meal. Made with flavorful sausage, cornbread, herbs, and vegetables, this stuffing is moist, savory, and packed with delicious flavors. It pairs well with roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, and gravy, making it a must-have on your holiday table. With a prep time of 20 minutes and a cooking time of 45 minutes, this stuffing can be easily prepared and enjoyed by your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups cornbread, crumbled
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, celery, and minced garlic until softened.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, parsley, dried sage, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Add the crumbled cornbread to the sausage mixture and mix until well combined.
6. Pour the chicken broth over the stuffing mixture and mix until it is evenly moistened.
7. Transfer the stuffing to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
8. Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the stuffing.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the stuffing is heated through.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
11. Enjoy this delicious cornbread and sausage stuffing as a side dish to your holiday meal!

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