Apple-Nut Stuffing

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups cubed white bread
• 1 cup chicken broth

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add apples, walnuts, almonds, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add bread cubes and chicken broth and stir until combined. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Interesting Facts

• The combination of apples and nuts in this stuffing makes it a great source of dietary fiber.
• This recipe can also be used as a stuffing for a turkey, chicken, or other poultry dish.
• This stuffing can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days before baking.