Fruit & Nut Andouille Stuffing

Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

16 servings (3/4 cup each)

Updated: Jun. 27, 2023
This special stuffing recipe has been a Thanksgiving tradition with our family for many years. It reminds us of home, family, and all the things that make the holiday season so special. —Kathleen Specht, Clinton, Montana
Fruit & Nut Andouille Stuffing Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 pound fully cooked andouille sausage links or flavor of your choice, finely chopped
  • 1 package (7 ounces) mixed dried fruit, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 package (12 ounces) seasoned stuffing cubes
  • 3-1/2 to 4 cups water

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium heat. Add sausage, dried fruit, walnuts and pepper; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until sausage is lightly browned. Add stuffing cubes; toss to combine. Stir in enough water to reach desired moistness.
  2. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 25-30 minutes or until heated through.