Cranberry & Sausage Stuffing Logs (Oamc)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Cranberry & Sausage Stuffing Logs Recipe
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
2 cooking apples , peeled , cored , chopped ( approx 140/5oz each , such as Bramley or Granny Smith )
3 packages good-quality pork sausage , casings removed
salt , to taste
pepper , to taste
1 bunch fresh parsley , roughly chopped
1 bunch fresh sage , leaves roughly chopped
1 bunch fresh thyme , leaves stripped
1 large egg
100 g fresh white breadcrumbs
175 g fresh cranberries or 175 g frozen cranberries
24 slices streaky bacon ( American style bacon strips )
butter , for greasing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
323
Sugar
5g
Fat
23g
If you are looking for a savory and festive side dish, then look no further than these Cranberry & Sausage Stuffing Logs. Perfect for holidays and gatherings, this recipe takes the traditional stuffing recipe up a notch with the addition of cranberries and sausage. The logs themselves are wrapped in bacon, giving them a crispy and smoky finish. Don't skip on the fresh herbs, as they add a delicious aroma and boost the flavor profile of the dish. Whether you choose to make it ahead of time or enjoy it fresh out of the oven, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a baking sheet with butter.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
3.Add chopped apples to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes more. Remove from heat.
4.In a separate bowl, mix pork sausage, salt, pepper, chopped parsley, sage, thyme, and egg. Stir in the cooked onion and apple mixture.
5.Add fresh breadcrumbs and cranberries to the mixture. Combine thoroughly.
6.Divide the mixture into 12 equal parts and shape each one into a log.
7.Wrap each log with a strip of bacon, tucking the ends underneath.
8.Place the logs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

The combination of cranberries and sausage adds a delicious sweet and savory flavor profile to your stuffing logs.

Bacon adds a smoky and crispy texture, without being too greasy.

It can be made ahead of time and frozen until ready to bake.

CONS

This recipe may be higher in calories and fat compared to other side dishes.

It may not be suited for those who don’t eat pork or prefer a vegetarian option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cranberries are known to contain antioxidants and may help boost immune system.
Herbs like sage and thyme have anti-inflammatory benefits and can also help improve digestion.
Using fresh breadcrumbs instead of store-bought can help remove unwanted additives in your stuffing.

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