Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl and transfer to cookie sheet.
Toast for 10 minutes, then mix and toast for another 5 to 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and set aside. You can use these as croutons or use to make my stuffing recipe.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt butter in cast iron skillet and cook sausage in it.
Add onions, garlic and herbs. Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes.
Add croutons, mix and then stir stock into mixture.
Cover and cook in oven for about 35 minutes.
Remove cover and finish cooking for 10 to 15 minutes uncovered.