1 med. tart apple, peeled and chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 med. onion, chopped
1/4 c. fresh parsley, minced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
2 Tbls. chopped celery leaves
2 Tbls. butter
1/4 c. dried cranberries
1/2 c. dried mixed fruit (see note)
1/4 c. chopped pecans
1 t. poultry seasoning
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. sage
1/4 t. pepper
14-1/2 oz. can chicken broth
1-1/2 c. water
12 oz. pkg. sage stuffing cubes
In a skillet, cook the apple, celery, onion, parsley, green onions, celery leaves in butter until tender.
Stir in the fruit mix, cranberries, pecans, poultry seasoning, salt, sage and pepper; mix well.
Stir in broth, water and stuffing. Toss to coat evenly.
Transfer to a 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and lightly browned.