Fragrant Herbed Stuffing, by Kristen Kancler
(Serves 4)

1 whole wheat baguette or 4 whole wheat dinner rolls, cut to 1/2” cubes (about 6 c.)
1 T. unsalted butter
1 onion, medium-dice
3 stalks celery, medium-dice
3/4 t. sea salt
Fresh ground black pepper
1/2 gala apple, medium-dice
2 t. minced fresh thyme
2 T. chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 c. low-sodium chicken stock

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray baking sheet and casserole dish with oil.
Place bread cubes on baking sheet and bake 10 - 12 minutes, toss halfway for even toasting. Remove and cool.
In a large sauté pan, melt butter. Add onion, celery, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 8 - 10 minutes or until soft. Add apple and thyme. Sauté for 2 minutes.
Combine bread and vegetables in a large bowl. Add parsley and chicken stock. Toss to combine.
Transfer to casserole dish, cover with foil, and bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Chef Kristen Kancler is a graduate of the Natural Gourmet Cookery School and works as Chef and Owner of Pura Vida Personal Cuisine, a personal chef service in the Bay Area (CA) promoting a healthy lifestyle. She can be reached at puravidacuisine at gmail dot com.

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