A savoury baked stuffing recipe with fresh sage, grated apple, onion and golden breadcrumbs.
Quick Facts
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 25–30 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Stuffing Ingredients
- 200 g fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 cooking apple, grated
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- 50 g butter
- 1 egg
- Salt and black pepper
How to Make Stuffing
- Soften the onion gently in the butter.
- Transfer to a bowl and mix with the fresh breadcrumbs, apple and sage.
- Add the egg, season and combine until the mixture holds together.
- Place in a buttered baking dish and press down lightly for a traditional classic stuffing texture.
- Bake at 190°C for 25–30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Ways to Enjoy It
Serve this easy stuffing recipe alongside a roast dinner as a side dish, or use it to fill baked vegetables. It also works well with turkey stuffing on a festive table.
Plant Notes
Fresh sage brings a warm, savoury aroma that pairs naturally with apple and onion, making this a simple classic stuffing recipe.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information will vary depending on the bread for stuffing and butter used, but this baked stuffing is best enjoyed as an occasional side dish with your roast.
What to Serve
Serve with roast chicken, turkey, pork, gravy and seasonal vegetables for a comforting meal.
Important Information
Bake separately rather than stuffing cooked inside poultry for easier, more even cooking. Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
