Apple, Sausage, and Walnut Dressing

Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Apple, Sausage, and Walnut Dressing
35 min.
10
412kcal

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Looking for a comforting, hearty dish that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a special gathering? Look no further than this Apple, Sausage, and Walnut Dressing. It's a delicious, dairy-free dish that brings together savory sausage, sweet apples, and the satisfying crunch of walnuts. The combination of fresh herbs like sage, thyme, and parsley, paired with the subtle sweetness from the raisins and apples, creates a well-balanced, flavorful stuffing that's sure to please everyone at the table.

This recipe is not only easy to make but also versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish. The savory sausage adds richness, while the crispy bread cubes and warm, aromatic spices make it a perfect complement to any meal. Whether you're preparing it for a weeknight dinner or a holiday feast, this dressing is guaranteed to become a new favorite in your recipe rotation.

The blend of Granny Smith apples and ground sausage creates a wonderful contrast of textures and flavors, while the chopped walnuts bring in a delightful crunch. With a crispy golden top and a tender, flavorful interior, every bite of this dish is an irresistible treat. Plus, it's ready in just 35 minutes, making it a quick and satisfying option for any occasion!

Ingredients

  • cup celery chopped
  • tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons sage fresh chopped
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh
  • large garlic clove minced
  • 1.5 cups apples i use 2 granny smith apples peeled chopped ( 2 apples)
  • pound sausage meat (casings removed)
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup raisins 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cup walnut pieces chopped
  • 12 cups sandwich bread white cubed ( 15 slices)
  • cup onion diced yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Brown sausage in a large saut pan over medium heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink. (Do not drain.)
  3. Add onion, celery, and garlic; saut 5 minutes.
  4. Add apple, and saut 3 minutes or until apple begins to soften; transfer to a large bowl, and let cool 10 minutes.
  5. Add remaining ingredients to sausage mixture, stirring until well blended. Spoon into a well-greased 13- x 9-inch baking pan.
  6. Bake at 375 for 40 minutes or until top is crusty and brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories412kcal
Protein14.79%
Fat47.47%
Carbs37.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.16
Glycemic Load
23.32
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.409999971804%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.61mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
1.41mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Apigenin
1.17mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Isorhamnetin
0.8mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
4.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:412.41kcal
20.62%
Fat:22.14g
34.06%
Saturated Fat:5.32g
33.28%
Carbohydrates:39.61g
13.2%
Net Carbohydrates:35.98g
13.08%
Sugar:6.04g
6.71%
Cholesterol:32.66mg
10.89%
Sodium:807.95mg
35.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.52g
31.04%
Copper:4mg
199.75%
Manganese:0.93mg
46.69%
Vitamin B1:0.46mg
30.98%
Vitamin B3:5.82mg
29.08%
Folate:80.27µg
20.07%
Phosphorus:197.49mg
19.75%
Selenium:13.36µg
19.08%
Iron:3.35mg
18.61%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.79%
Calcium:155.65mg
15.56%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.96%
Fiber:3.64g
14.55%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.26%
Magnesium:49.52mg
12.38%
Potassium:422.88mg
12.08%
Vitamin K:10.77µg
10.26%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.41%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.29%
Vitamin C:5.06mg
6.13%
Vitamin D:0.59µg
3.93%
Vitamin A:160.25IU
3.2%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.37%
Source:My Recipes