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Savory Sausage Stuffing Bites Recipe with Cranberry Sauce

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Bite-sized savory sausage stuffing bites, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, paired with tangy cranberry sauce. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a festive appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground sausage (mild Italian sausage recommended)
  • 1 package stuffing mix (gluten-free option available)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (yellow onion recommended)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Olive oil (for greasing muffin tin)
  • Cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and celery, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cooked onion and celery to a large mixing bowl. Add the ground sausage and cook in the same skillet until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease and add the sausage to the bowl.
  4. Prepare the stuffing mix according to package instructions, using chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor. Once ready, add the stuffing to the bowl with the sausage and vegetables.
  5. Crack the egg into the bowl and add the chopped parsley. Mix everything together gently until well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the stuffing dense.
  6. Spoon the mixture into the greased muffin tin, pressing down slightly to pack the bites. Fill each cavity to the top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the bites cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, carefully run a butter knife around the edges to release them.
  9. Serve warm with a dollop of cranberry sauce on top of each bite. Enjoy!

Notes

[‘Thoroughly grease your muffin tin to prevent sticking.’, ‘Avoid packing the mixture too tightly into the muffin tin to keep the bites soft and tender.’, ‘Use fresh parsley for added flavor and color.’, ‘Check for golden tops around the 20-minute mark to avoid overbaking.’, ‘Prepare the mixture a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.’]

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Keywords: savory, sausage, stuffing, cranberry sauce, holiday appetizer, Thanksgiving, Christmas, party food, finger food

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