How to Make Apple, Sausage, Bacon, and Mushroom Stuffing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones and enjoying a delicious, hearty meal. One of the most iconic and beloved dishes on the Thanksgiving table is stuffing. This Apple, Sausage, Bacon, and Mushroom Stuffing recipe is a flavorful and comforting twist on the classic dish. Packed with savory and sweet flavors, this stuffing is sure to be a hit at your holiday feast.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound pork sausage
  • ½ pound bacon
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, sliced
  • ½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 apples, cored and diced
  • 1 (4 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • ¾ cup applesauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound dry bread cubes

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a large baking dish.
  • Place the beef, sausage, and bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the onion, celery, and mushrooms. Season with parsley, sage, and thyme. Cook and stir until meats are evenly browned. Mix in apples and water chestnuts, and continue cooking 5 minutes. Drain grease.
  • Mix butter, broth, soup, and applesauce into skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in the bread cubes until evenly moist. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake covered 45 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking 15 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Nutrition

    305 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 883mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 83mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 324mg