Classic Sage and Sausage Stuffing (Dressing)

Name: Classic Sage and Sausage Stuffing (Dressing)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 135 min
Total time: 150 min
Yield: 14
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds (1.25kg) high-quality sandwich bread or soft Italian or French bread (about 2 loaves), cut into 3/4-inch dice (about 5 quarts); 8 tablespoons butter (1 stick; 4 ounces; 115g); 1 1/2 pounds (680g) sage sausage, removed from casing; 1 large onion, finely chopped (about 12 ounces; 350g); 4 large ribs celery, finely chopped (about 12 ounces; 350g); 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated on a Microplane grater; 1/4 cup minced fresh sage leaves (or 2 teaspoons dried sage leaves); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, if needed (see note); 1 quart low-sodium homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken or turkey stock (4 cups; 1L), divided; 3 whole eggs; 1/4 cup minced parsley leaves, divided

Prep 15m

Cook 2h 15m

Total 2h 30m

This classic sage and sausage stuffing (dressing) is made with high-quality bread, butter, sage sausage, onion, celery, garlic, fresh sage, and parsley. It's seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper and bound together with eggs and low-sodium chicken or turkey stock. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday dinner.