This savory side dish is one of my all time favorites for a Thanksgiving feast. Perfectly crisp, but yet soft with the infusion of sausage and apple to complement the flavor profile well. A sweet and savory side dish that is nicely balanced with the enhancement of fresh sage.

 

 

The importance of this medicinal herb, sage, includes many health benefits that helps the ability to improve brain function, lower inflammation, prevent chronic disease, boost immunity, slow the onset of cognitive disorders and so much more. This perennial woody herb has a huge impact on the human health. This is also a sister herb to the rosemary. The traditional uses of this herb dates back numerous years for treating snakebites, protection against evil, boosting fertility in females and much more listed below.

 

 

BENEFITS OF SAGE:

Treats inflammation

Antioxidant properties

Prevents Alzheimer’s disease

Improves bone health

Soothes and improves skin care

Manages diabetes

Aids in digestion

Stimulates hair growth and shine

Treats depression

Treats excessive sweating

Helps with sore throat

Promotes dental health

 

 

WORDS OF CAUTION:

Although sage is not considered an allergen, but is still in the mint family and those who suffer from an allergic reactions to the members of this broad plant family should consult with a doctor before including to your natural diet.

 

 

 

 

 

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SERVES: 8-10

 

INGREDIENTS:

16 ounce stuffing cubes, or homemade

6 tbsp butter, unsalted

1 pound sausage, ground

1 onion, medium, chopped

2 apples, cooking red or green, peeled, cored and chopped

2 clery ribs, sliced

1/2 tsp sea salt, to taste

3 cup broth, chicken and low sodium

1/4 cup sage, fresh

2 eggs, beaten

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven 325 degrees.

Place stuffing in a bowl; set aside. Then grease the baking dish; set aside.

Melt 2 tbsp butter in a skillet, over medium heat, on the stove. Add in the sausage; let cook until browned thoroughly.

Drizzle the meat mixture and pan dripping into the baking dish to the stuffing.

With the same pan, add the remaining butter; let melt. Add the onions, celery, apples and salt; let cook for about 5 minutes, or until softened. Add the broth and herbs to the pan;bring to a boil and let simmer for about 3-5 minutes.

Place the veggies mixture over the stuffing mixture; toss evenly.Next, add the eggs and stir well. loosely pack the dressing in prepared pan.

Place the pan in the oven, middle rack, uncovered until the top forms a crust; about 40 minutes. Drizzle 2 tbsp of melted butter or turkey dripping over the top. Let cook for another 15-20 minutes until crisp and golden. Serve immediately. Enjoy.

 

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: calories per serving 520; total fat 24g; cholesterol 104mg; sodium 950mg; total carbohydrates 50g; dietary fiber 6g; sugars 10.9g; protein 21g; vitamin D 19%; calcium 3%; iron 21% and potassium 7%.

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