Sausage Stuffing Easy Hearty

Published 10/18/2023 No matter if you’re team stuffing or team dressing, this classic Italian sausage stuffing recipe will quickly become a holiday favorite! This homemade stuffing is loaded with seasonal veggies, fresh herbs, and store-bought stuffing cubes for easy prep.
Partially cook the sausage and veggies on the stove, combine with broth, and bake to golden brown perfection in the oven. We tested this recipe with and without sautéed veggies, and the version with sautéed ingredients was a clear winner – don’t skip this step! This sliceable stuffing is a little sweet, totally savory, always a crowd favorite, and a tasty alternative to cornbread stuffing.

What You Need for Sausage Stuffing

This sausage stuffing is flavor-packed with pantry staples and easy to find ingredients which combine to make a perfect that complements any holiday meal. There are 4 main parts to homemade sausage stuffing:

Sausage Stuffing Substitutions

Here are a few ways to mix up this classic sausage stuffing:

Use spicy Italian sausage for a little kick Replace the apples with chopped celery Make a half batch of stuffing and bake it in an 8×8-inch pan

Storage

Sausage stuffing tastes great as leftovers! Store any leftover stuffing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Warm individual servings in the microwave or follow the reheating instructions below.

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Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Broccoli Cheese Casserole with Orzo Healthy Green Bean Casserole Sweet Potato Casserole Roasted Brussels Sprouts Mashed Sweet Potatoes Crockpot Mashed Potatoes

Reheating Sausage Stuffing

This stuffing reheats really well which comes in handy for leftover Thanksgiving meals! For best taste and texture, add 2-3 tablespoons of broth to a clean casserole dish (this helps keep the stuffing moist while reheating). Transfer the sausage stuffing into the casserole dish with the broth. Cover with foil and bake at 325ºF for 10-15 minutes or until completely warm (it will take longer to reheat larger quantities of stuffing).

Freezing Sausage Stuffing

Let the stuffing cool completely, transfer to a freezer-safe container, and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, allow the frozen stuffing to thaw completely, then follow the reheating instructions above.

Serving Suggestions

Add this herb-y sausage stuffing recipe to your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving celebration! It’s a classic holiday side dish that will quickly become a family favorite. Serve with our smoked turkey and other Thanksgiving sides such as our roasted root vegetables and butternut squash mac and cheese.