Description
A delightful stuffing made with sweet panettone and savory Italian sausage, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium panettone, cubed
- 1 pound Italian sausage, crumbled
- 2 cups mushrooms, chopped (cremini or shiitake)
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Melt a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery, sautéing until softened (about 5-6 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and mushrooms, cooking until tender and fragrant (around 5 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Add the cubed panettone to the skillet with the sautéed mixture.
- Crumble the Italian sausage into the skillet, browning it for 7-8 minutes before combining it with the panettone mixture.
- Pour in the chicken broth and mix gently, ensuring the bread is moist but not soggy.
- Beat the eggs in a small bowl and add them to the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and crispy.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a twist, consider adding dried cranberries or chopped nuts for texture. This stuffing is versatile and allows for creativity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: stuffing, holiday recipe, Italian, panettone, sausage