Since this dressing is not stuffed inside a turkey, it is okay to start with raw turkey sausage. The drippings will add moisture to the dressing.

15 cups dried bread cubes
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 pound ground turkey sausage, uncooked
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon sage
1-1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14.5 oz) chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon parsley

Place 15 cups of dried bread cubes in a large slow cooker or crock pot. Break up uncooked sausage into small pieces, adding to bread cubes, tossing to keep separated. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, low for 7 to 8 hours, or bake in a casserole dish in a 350°F oven for 50 minutes.

APPROXIMATE NUTRIENT CONTENT PER 1 CUP SERVING:
300 calories; 8 gm fat

Recipe Source: Iowa Turkey Federation