Sausage Fennel Stuffing

Health score
1%
Sausage Fennel Stuffing
45 min.
30
212kcal

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Sausage Fennel Stuffing: A Flavorful Side Dish for Any Occasion

If you're a fan of the classic combination of sausage and fennel, then this Sausage Fennel Stuffing recipe is a must-try. Perfect for serving at your next gathering or family dinner, this stuffing is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. With a delightful balance of herbs, spices, and textures, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

This recipe serves 30 and takes only 45 minutes to whip up, making it an excellent choice for busy cooks or last-minute entertaining. Each serving contains 212 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to your meal. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, this Sausage Fennel Stuffing is a fantastic way to impress your guests and add a unique twist to your holiday menu.

The star of this dish is the fennel, which adds a subtle anise flavor and a beautiful aroma. Paired with sweet Italian sausage, onions, and a blend of herbs, this stuffing is a symphony of flavors that will elevate your dining experience. Plus, it's versatile enough to be served as a standalone side dish or stuffed into your favorite poultry.

So why wait? Dive into this delectable Sausage Fennel Stuffing and discover a new favorite that's sure to become a staple at your gatherings. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups cornbread 
  • teaspoons tarragon dried crumbled
  • teaspoons thyme dried crumbled
  • 1.5 pounds fennel bulb with bulbs and bulbs chopped fine ( 4 1/2 cups) trimmed (sometimes called anise, 2 medium)
  • teaspoons fennel seeds chopped fine
  • pound sausage sweet italian
  • medium onion chopped fine
  • 0.3 cup pernod 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. In a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet cook sausage over moderately high heat, stirring and breaking up lumps with a fork, until no longer pink.
  2. Transfer sausage with a slotted spoon to a large bowl.
  3. Add butter to fat remaining in skillet and cook onions, chopped fennel, fennel seeds, and salt to taste over moderate heat, stirring, until fennel is softened, about 10 minutes.
  4. Add apéritif, thyme, and tarragon and cook, stirring, until most liquid is evaporated.
  5. Add mixture to sausage with corn bread or packaged stuffing and toss to combine well. Season stuffing with salt and pepper and cool completely. Stuffing may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. (To prevent bacterial growth do not stuff turkey cavities ahead.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories212kcal
Protein9.96%
Fat43.77%
Carbs46.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.67
Glycemic Load
0.65
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.4443478247394%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:212.26kcal
10.61%
Fat:10.14g
15.59%
Saturated Fat:4.18g
26.09%
Carbohydrates:24.11g
8.04%
Net Carbohydrates:22.29g
8.1%
Sugar:7.51g
8.35%
Cholesterol:38.03mg
12.68%
Sodium:359.27mg
15.62%
Alcohol:0.76g
100%
Alcohol %:1.08%
100%
Protein:5.19g
10.38%
Phosphorus:190.85mg
19.08%
Vitamin K:17.01µg
16.2%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.19%
Selenium:7.4µg
10.58%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.7%
Folate:31.02µg
7.75%
Calcium:73.58mg
7.36%
Fiber:1.82g
7.29%
Vitamin B3:1.46mg
7.29%
Iron:1.24mg
6.89%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.29%
Potassium:202.62mg
5.79%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.13%
Vitamin C:3.73mg
4.53%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.06%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.86%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.7%
Magnesium:14.57mg
3.64%
Copper:0.06mg
3.12%
Vitamin A:151.58IU
3.03%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.55%
Source:Epicurious