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Crispy Brown Butter Sage Stuffing Muffins

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Individual portions of stuffing baked in a muffin tin to maximize crispy edges and nutty brown butter flavor, perfect for Thanksgiving.

Ingredients

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  • 8–10 cups day-old sourdough or country white bread, cubed
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked sausage (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with parchment paper liners.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until it foams, then subsides. Continue cooking until milk solids turn golden amber and smell nutty (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat immediately and pour into a measuring cup.
  3. In the same pan, add a little oil if needed. Sauté diced onions over medium-low heat until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, warmed broth, browned butter, chopped sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  5. Place bread cubes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the wet mixture and sautéed onions/garlic over the bread. Gently toss to coat evenly.
  6. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
  7. Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin cups. Press down firmly with the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are deep golden brown and edges are crispy.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to prevent sogginess. Serve warm.

Notes

Use day-old bread to ensure the stuffing absorbs liquid without becoming mushy. Brown butter carefully as it can burn quickly. For make-ahead, assemble the night before and refrigerate; add a few minutes to baking time if baking from cold.

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Keywords: Thanksgiving, stuffing, brown butter, sage, muffins, side dish, holiday cooking, crispy stuffing

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