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Croissant Stuffing with Sausage and Apples

Croissant Stuffing with Sausage and Apples
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Croissant Stuffing with Sausage and Apples is a warm, cozy side dish that elevates any holiday meal. Combining buttery flaky croissants with savory sausage and sweet crisp apples, this recipe provides a unique, flavorful twist on traditional stuffing. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or special dinners, it delivers comforting autumn flavors with a sophisticated texture and taste.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • 6 large croissants, cut into 1-inch cubes (preferably day-old)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Chop onions, celery, and apples into small, uniform pieces for even cooking. Slice croissants into roughly one-inch cubes and set aside. Gather fresh sage and thyme and have the sausage ready to cook.
  2. Cook the Sausage and Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add ground sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Remove sausage from the pan and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onions, celery, and apples until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in fresh herbs during the last minute of cooking to release their aroma.
  3. Combine Croissants and Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the croissant cubes, cooked sausage, and sautéed vegetables and apples, mixing carefully to distribute ingredients evenly while keeping croissant pieces intact.
  4. Add Milk and Seasonings: Pour the milk or cream over the mixture to moisten the croissants. Stir gently to blend everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then toss lightly once more to ensure even flavor distribution.
  5. Bake the Stuffing: Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crisp and the inside is bubbly and hot.

Notes

  • Use day-old croissants for better moisture absorption and to prevent soggy stuffing.
  • Brown the sausage thoroughly for added depth of flavor and caramelization.
  • Gently fold ingredients to preserve the flaky texture of croissant pieces.
  • Season gradually and taste as you go to balance savory and sweet notes perfectly.
  • Fresh sage and thyme significantly enhance the aroma and flavor of the stuffing.

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Keywords: croissant stuffing, sausage stuffing, apple stuffing, holiday side dish, Thanksgiving stuffing, Christmas side dish, savory stuffing, stuffing with apples, gluten-free stuffing

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