"Using ordinary sandwich bread â??staledâ? in a low oven soaked up more liquid and made for a better-tasting bread stuffing recipe. To infuse the stuffing with meaty turkey flavor, we browned turkey wings on the stovetop, then used the same pan to sauté the aromatics. When we placed the stuffing… read more..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds hearty white sandwich bread (20 to 22 slices), cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 16 cups)
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3 pounds turkey wings, divided at joints (see photo) (see note)
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2 teaspoons vegetable oil
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1 pound bulk pork sausage
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4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, plus extra for baking dish
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1 large onion, chopped fine (about 1 1/2 cups)
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3 celery ribs, chopped fine (about 1 1/2 cups)
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2 teaspoons table salt
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2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme leaves
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2 tablespoons minced fresh sage leaves
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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3 large eggs
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1 cup dried cherries
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1 cup pecan halves, toasted and chopped fine