Savory Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Casserole
Delight your guests this holiday season with a festive and satisfying dish: the Savory Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Casserole. This hearty casserole combines the rich flavors of sausage and cranberries with the comforting texture of stuffing, creating a dish that’s both delicious and visually appealing. Here’s how to make this crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground sausage
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cups fresh green beans
- ¾ cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 10.5 oz. condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 14 oz. stuffing mix
- ½ cup crispy fried onions
- Fresh parsley, to garnish
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage and set it aside. In the same skillet, melt the butter.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the diced onions, green beans, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, then stir in the minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the liquids: Pour in the chicken broth, making sure to scrape up any brown bits from the pan. Remove from the heat.
- Combine the ingredients: Stir in the cream of chicken soup, sour tất cảuream, and dried cranberries. Then add the browned sausage and stuffing mix, stirring until everything is well combined.
- Bake the casserole: Transfer the mixture to a greased 13” x 9” baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Add the final touches: Uncover, top with crispy fried onions, and return to the oven for another 10 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Calories: 560 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6
This casserole is perfect for any festive occasion or as a luxurious side dish during the holidays. The combination of savory sausage with the slight sweetness of cranberries and the crunch of fried onions makes this dish a memorable part of any meal. Enjoy the warmth and joy it brings to your table!
Savory Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Casserole
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
This hearty casserole combines the rich flavors of ground sausage with the sweet tang of cranberries, enveloped in a creamy base and topped with a crispy onion crust. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and festivity, making it an ideal dish for holiday gatherings or a comforting family dinner.
The Savory Sausage and Cranberry Stuffing Casserole is not just delicious but also versatile. You can serve it as a main dish or a side, and it’s sure to be a hit either way. Its ease of preparation and delightful flavors make it a top choice for those seeking to impress without the stress.
Ingredients
1 lb. ground sausage
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cups fresh green beans
¾ cup celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
2.5 cups chicken broth
10.5 oz. condensed cream of chicken soup
1/3 cup sour cream
¼ cup dried cranberries
14 oz. stuffing mix
½ cup crispy fried onions
Fresh parsley, to garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Brown the sausage in a large skillet, remove, then melt butter in the same skillet.
Add onions, green beans, and celery, cook until softened. Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper.
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pan. Remove from heat.
Mix in cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and cranberries.
Return sausage and stuffing mix to the skillet, stirring until combined.
Transfer to a greased 13” x 9” casserole dish. Cover and bake for 1 hour.
Uncover, top with fried onions, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 560 kcal