Sausage Herb Stuffing

sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and still adds flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

bread cubes

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds fiber, while white bread is often less expensive.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the skillet.

Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.

Sauté onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, and herbs.

Pour chicken broth over the mixture and stir until evenly moistened.

Add eggs and lemon zest, mixing well to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Transfer stuffing to a greased baking dish and cover with foil.

Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Let cool slightly before serving.

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