Corn bread with sausage and apples
Description
Perfect for the table and with drinks. This unusual aromatic dish can be served on its own or as an addition to a side dish. You can also stuff turkey with the prepared mixture. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cut the bread into cubes. Let the bread sit for several hours or overnight so it dries out.
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Step 2
2. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Wash the mushrooms and pat dry thoroughly with a paper towel. In a bowl, mix canola oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the mushrooms and toss to coat. Spread the mushrooms on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for at least 20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven when the mushrooms are dark brown. Set aside.
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Step 3
3. Dice the onion. Cut the apples. In a large skillet, sauté the Italian sausage over medium heat. Set aside.
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Step 4
4. Add the sliced onion to the pan and fry for 5 minutes. Increase the heat and add the sliced apples, brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 3–5 minutes, until deep golden brown.
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Step 5
5. Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the wine. Stir and cook until the liquid has reduced by half, about 2–3 minutes. Pour the apple-onion mixture into a bowl and set aside.
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Step 6
6. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add thyme, turmeric, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes, then set aside. Finely chop the parsley.
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Step 7
7. Place the bread in a large bowl, then add the fried sausage, mushrooms, and the apple-onion mixture and mix. At the end, add the seasonings and parsley. Transfer to a large baking dish and bake at 190 degrees for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown on top.