"We gave the classic sausage and cornbread dressing a delicious new twist. We love this homey, rustic dressing filled with chunks of smoked sausage and tender, sweet apples. The recipe can be made 1 day ahead; store covered in the refrigerator and reheat before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)
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2 large eggs
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2 cups whole buttermilk
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3 tablespoons salted butter
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12 ounces chopped smoked sausage
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1/2 cup salted butter
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3 cups chopped sweet onion (from 2 large onions)
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2 cups chopped celery (from 6 stalks)
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2 large unpeeled Fuji or Braeburn apples, chopped (about 9 oz.)
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
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1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
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6 large eggs
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1 (14-oz.) pkg. herb-seasoned stuffing mix (such as Pepperidge Farm)
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10 cups chicken broth
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2 teaspoons black pepper
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1 teaspoon kosher salt