Herb Roasted Turkey Breast and Stuffing Thanksgiving for a Small Crowd Recipe. Adjust oven rack to middle position and preheat oven to 4. F. In large Dutch oven, melt 5 tablespoons butter over medium high heat until foaming subsides dont allow butter to brown, about 2 minutes. Add sausage and mash with stiff whisk or potato masher to break up into fine pieces largest pieces should be no greater than 14 inch. Cook, stirring frequently until only a few bits of pink remain, about 8 minutes. Add onions, celery, garlic, and sage and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are softened, about 1. Remove from heat and add half of chicken stock.