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The holiday season is a time for warmth, joy, and, of course, delicious food. One of the most cherished traditions during this festive period is the gathering of family and friends around the dinner table, sharing scrumptious dishes that create lasting memories. As we prepare for these joyous occasions, the anticipation of delectable treats fills the air. This year, elevate your holiday spread with delightful Christmas Sausage & Herb Stuffing Bites. These little morsels pack a punch of flavor and are perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or as a delectable appetizer to kick off your festive feasts.

Christmas Sausage & Herb Stuffing Bites

Looking for a delicious vegetarian lunch option that’s also low-carb? Try this innovative recipe from afterka that combines fresh herbs and wholesome ingredients, all wrapped in a delightful bite-sized format. Perfect for meal prep or a quick midday treat, these bites will tantalize your taste buds and keep you satisfied. VegetarianLunch LowCarbLunch HealthyEating MealPrep SnackIdeas Afterka FoodieFaves
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Ingredients
  

1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)

1 cup celery, finely chopped

1 cup onion, finely chopped

3 cups day-old bread, cubed (or stuffing mix)

1 cup chicken broth

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried sage

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 cup cheese (cheddar or mozzarella), shredded

Olive oil, for greasing

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin with olive oil to prevent sticking.

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Remove excess grease if necessary.

      Add the chopped celery and onions to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

        In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture with the cubed bread and pour in the chicken broth. Mix well until the bread is moistened.

          In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, thyme, sage, rosemary, black pepper, and parsley. Pour this mixture over the bread and sausage mixture, and fold in the cheese.

            Spoon the stuffing mixture into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

              Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bites are golden brown and firm to the touch.

                Allow cooling for a few minutes before removing the bites from the tin. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.

                  Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 24 bites