Bon Appetit/November 2002

Artichoke, Sausage, and Parmesan Cheese Stuffing

Servings Prep. Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
12 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


INGREDIENTS:
15 cups 1-inch cubes crustless sourdough bread (from two 1-pound loaves) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1-1/2 pounds Italian sweet sausages, casings removed
2 cups chopped onions 3/4 cup chopped celery 2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 8-ounce package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, coarsely chopped 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces) 1 cup (or more) low-salt chicken broth



1 Preheat oven to 350 F. Divide bread between 2 baking sheets. Bake until cubes are dry but not hard, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
2 Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and saute until cooked through, breaking up with back of fork, about 5 minutes. Add onions, celery, and garlic. Saute until celery is soft, about 10 minutes. Mix in artichokes, thyme, and mint; saute 2 minutes longer. Transfer sausage mixture to large bowl.
3 Add bread to sausage mixture; toss to blend well. Mix in cheese, then 1 cup broth. Season with salt and pepper.

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