Description

Stuffing meets gravy in these delightful muffins, bringing the best of Thanksgiving to your plate in a convenient, bite-sized form. Each muffin is golden brown on the outside, with a warm, flavorful surprise of sausage-infused gravy in the center.

Perfect for holiday gatherings or simply elevating your festive menu, these muffins are not only delicious but also a show-stopper at the dinner table. Whether served as a side or enjoyed as a snack, these Gravy-Stuffed Stuffing Muffins bring a comforting blend of savory flavors to any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 pound sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Muffins:
- 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups bread cubes (or stuffing mix)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh sage, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten

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Instructions

Prepare the Gravy:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned and crumbly (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for 2 minutes. Add green onions and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Gradually whisk in milk and stir until the mixture thickens. Add cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a bowl, cool for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until thick.
Prepare the Muffins:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and set a baking pan on the lowest oven rack. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with butter.
- In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add onion and celery; cook until translucent (4–5 minutes). Stir in poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Combine bread cubes, parsley, sage, and thyme in a bowl. Pour boiling broth mixture over the bread and mix. Add eggs and stir until combined.
- Fill muffin cups with the stuffing mixture, piling it high. Make a hole in each muffin center (leaving 1 inch at the bottom) and fill with 2 tablespoons of chilled gravy. Cover the gravy with additional stuffing.
- Brush tops with melted butter. Bake for 20 minutes until golden.
- Cool muffins for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes