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Hearty Homestyle Meat Herb Stuffing

This hearty homestyle stuffing combines savory ground beef and sausage with fresh herbs and classic bread for a comforting side dish.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 loaf white bread
  • 1-2 pounds ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 pound sausage
  • 1 medium white onion
  • 1 bunch celery
  • 1 whole egg
  • 2 cups milk
  • to taste sage
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Casserole dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Tear white bread into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Chop celery and onion into small chunks. Brown ground beef and sausage in a skillet, breaking into pieces. Drain excess fat. In the same pan, sauté celery and onion until softened.
  3. In a large bowl, combine bread pieces, browned meats, and sautéed vegetables. In a separate bowl, whisk egg and milk together, then pour over stuffing mixture. Gently fold until bread is evenly moistened. Season with sage, salt, and pepper.
  4. Transfer mixture to a casserole dish. Bake for 45-50 minutes until top is golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, stuff turkey, ensuring both reach safe temperatures.

Notes

Use slightly stale bread for better absorption of flavors and ideal texture.