Recipe: New England Apple-Nut Stuffing

New England Apple-Nut Stuffing

Yields: about 12 cups
Work Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes

1/2 cup margarine or butter (1 stick)
3 large celery stalks, diced
1 large onion, chopped
3 medium Golden Delicious apples (about 1 pound), peeled, cored, and diced
1 1/2 loaves (16 ounces each) sliced firm white bread, cut into 3/4-inch cubes and lightly toasted
1 can (13 1/4 to 14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

1. In 12-inch skillet, melt margarine or butter over medium heat. Add celery and onion and cook 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add apples and cook 5 minutes longer.

2. In large bowl, combine celery mixture with toasted bread cubes and remaining ingredients; toss to mix well. Spoon stuffing into greased 13" by 9" glass baking dish; cover with foil and bake in preheated 325 degrees F. oven 45 minutes or until heated through.