Sausage Stuffing Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 3 cups onion, chopped
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 6 cups croutons
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 cups dried cherries
• 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
• 2 cups chicken stock, plus extra as needed
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and pepper