Apple Pecan Stuffing

This tasty apple pecan stuffing can be cooked in a pan or in the bird.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups dry wheat bread cubes, about 8 slices
• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon ground sage
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Preparation:

In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, celery, onion, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread cubes, chopped apples, chopped pecans, sage, cinnamon, and pepper. Pour broth and vegetable mixture over the bread cubes. Gently stir to moisten. Spoon into a greased 1 1/2-quart casserole. Bake, covered, at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes. May also use as a stuffing for an 8 to 10 pound turkey.