This classic potato sausage stuffing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. Made with a combination of potatoes, sausage, onions, celery, and herbs, this stuffing is packed with flavor and will complement your turkey beautifully. It is easy to make and will surely impress your guests. Serve it alongside roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, and gravy for a complete Thanksgiving meal. This recipe yields a generous amount, making it perfect for a large gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups day-old bread, cut into cubes
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the diced potatoes, onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cooked vegetables, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, black pepper, day-old bread cubes, and chicken or vegetable broth. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the potato sausage stuffing alongside roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, and gravy.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Stuffing is a traditional American Thanksgiving side dish that dates back to the 18th century.
Potato sausage stuffing is a variation of the classic bread stuffing, adding more texture and flavor to the dish.
You can customize this stuffing recipe by adding ingredients like apples, mushrooms, or nuts for extra taste and variety.