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Savory Sweetness: A Delicious Stuffing Recipe

The Perfect Accompaniment to Roasted Meats

Imagine a dish that combines the sweetness of prunes and apples with the savory flavor of sausage, all wrapped up in a crunchy bread package. This mouthwatering stuffing recipe is sure to become a new family tradition.

A Story Behind the Recipe

This recipe was inspired by a nostalgic holiday story, where family and friends gathered around the table to share a delicious meal together. The star of the show was this very stuffing, which added a special touch to the roasted goose.

Easy to Make and Delicious

With a total preparation time of just 1 hour and 15 minutes, this recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. It yields 10-12 servings, making it ideal for large gatherings.

The Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1/2 pound unsliced white bread loaf
• 1/2 cup dry vermouth
• 1 pound pitted prunes
• 1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 medium yellow onions
• 1 teaspoon ground sage
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 8 medium celery stalks
• 2 medium Granny Smith apples
• 3 large eggs

Let’s Get Started!

Preheat your oven to 350°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Remove the crust from the bread and cut it into 1/2-inch cubes. Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake until light golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Simmering Prunes and Sausage

While the bread is baking, heat the vermouth in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Add the prunes and simmer until the vermouth has been absorbed, about 2 minutes. Transfer the prunes to a large bowl and set aside. Next, heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat and add the sausage. Break it into small pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Transfer the sausage to the bowl with the prunes.

Sautéing Onions, Celery, and Apples

Set the pan back over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once the butter foams, add the onions, sage, salt, and pepper. Cook until the onions are softened, about 6 minutes. Add the celery and cook until starting to soften, about 6 minutes. Finally, add the apples and cook until starting to soften, about 3 minutes.

Combining the Ingredients

Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the prunes and sausage. Add the toasted bread cubes and eggs, and stir to combine. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper, and sage as desired.

Baking or Stuffing

If using to stuff a turkey or goose, do not bake and cool to room temperature before stuffing the bird. If baking separately, transfer to a 13-by-9-inch baking dish and bake uncovered until golden brown on top, about 35-40 minutes.

Enjoy your delicious homemade stuffing!