Cornbread-Apple-Sage Stuffing

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A savory-sweet holiday side featuring crisp apples, earthy sage, and golden cornbread cubes.
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This Cornbread-Apple-Sage Stuffing offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it an ideal companion to roasted turkey or ham. The dish combines crumbly, buttery cornbread with tart Granny Smith apples and aromatic fresh or dried sage. Sautéed onions provide a deep, savory base, while toasted pecans add a delightful crunch. The texture is moist yet substantial, with a golden-brown crust if baked in a casserole dish. ItâÂÂs a comforting, rustic side that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy family dinner. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers big flavor without the fuss. Serve warm to let the fragrant herbs and caramelized fruits shine, ensuring every bite is rich, satisfying, and deeply seasonal.

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Cornbread-Apple-Sage Stuffing

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 340.9

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This Cornbread-Apple-Sage Stuffing offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it an ideal companion to roasted turkey or ham. The dish combines crumbly, buttery cornbread with tart Granny Smith apples and aromatic fresh or dried sage. Saut&# 195;©ed onions provide a deep, savory base, while toasted pecans add a delightful crunch. The texture is moist yet substantial, with a golden-brown crust if baked in a casserole dish. ItâÂÂs a comforting, rustic side that evokes warmth and nostalgia, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy family dinner. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe delivers big flavor without the fuss. Serve warm to let the fragrant herbs and caramelized fruits shine, ensuring every bite is rich, satisfying, and deeply seasonal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325ðF (165ðC). Peel and chop 3 Granny Smith apples into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cut 9 cups of cornbread into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) of butter over medium heat.
  4. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent and soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add chopped apples to the skillet and cook until slightly tender but still holding their shape, about 5 minutes.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread cubes, sautéed apple-onion mixture, 7 tablespoons dried sage (or 1/4 cup fresh chopped sage), and 1 1/2 cups pecan halves.
  7. Melt the remaining 1 stick of butter and pour it evenly over the mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  8. Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. If stuffing a fowl, pack the mixture loosely into the cavity. If baking in a dish, transfer to a greased 9x13 baking pan.
  10. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 340.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.6g48%
Saturated Fat 19.1g96%
Cholesterol 80.6mg27%
Sodium 248.3mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 16.8g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
Sugars 7.6g
Protein 2.3g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cornbread, stuffing, apple, sage, pecans, thanksgiving, holiday, side dish, american, granny smith, onions, vegetarian, baking, comfort food, christmas, autumn, roast, herbs
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