Pecan Apple Stuffing

Yield: 18 Servings Prep Time: 1 hour 10 mins

Add pecans to this must-have Thanksgiving side dish for a flavorful crunch. Combine naturally sweet pecans with Italian sausage, celery, apples and herbed stuffing for an irresistible version that will become an instant family favorite.

By The American Pecan Promotion Board

Ingredients

1 pound mild Italian sausage
1 tablespoon olive oil or pecan oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 ounces herb seasoned cubed stuffing
2 cups tart apples, chopped (about 3 small apples)
1 1/2 cups pecan halves
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 to 2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a large casserole dish or 9x13 inch pan with non-stick spray. Set aside.
In a large skillet, brown Italian sausage, breaking it up into crumbles. Drain on paper towels. Discard excess grease.
In the same pan, add olive oil and heat over medium heat. Sauté onions, celery, and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes or until starting to soften and fragrant.
In a large bowl, stir together cooked sausage, sautéed onion mixture, stuffing cubes, apples, and pecans.
Add one cup of broth and stir to combine. If stuffing mixture is too dry, add additional 1/2 cup of broth or more if desired. Be careful not to add too much liquid. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
Transfer stuffing to prepared baking dish. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Serve immediately. Serves 18.

Nutrition Facts

Calories	240	Carbs	19g
Fat	15g	Fiber	2g
Saturated Fat	3.5g	Protein	7g
Sodium	660mg

Did you know?

With only 4g of carbs per serving, pecans fit into plant-based diets, a keto diet, a Mediterranean diet, and more!

Pecan Apple Stuffing

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