This recipe combines the rich flavors of sausage and bacon with the sweetness of apples in a classic cornbread stuffing. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion, this dish is sure to become a new favorite at your table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sausage, casings removed
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 apples, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups cornbread, crumbled
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook sausage and bacon until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and celery until translucent.
- Add apples and cook until slightly softened.
- In a large bowl, combine sausage, bacon, onion mixture, cornbread, chicken broth, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer mixture to the greased baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Using cornbread instead of regular bread adds a unique texture to the stuffing.
The combination of savory sausage and bacon with sweet apples creates a perfect balance of flavors.