Makes 8 Servings of Pecan and Apricot Dressing or Poultry Stuffing
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf (1 pound) country-style French or Italian bread (wheat or white)
- 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) butter
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 4 oz dried apricots, diced
- 3/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 1 egg, beaten
- salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Preparation:
Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes, and bake in a 275 degree F. oven until dry and crisp, about 20 minutes. Time will vary, so check often after 15 minutes. Remove bread cubes and allow to cool on the pan.In a large sauté pan, on medium heat, sauté the onion and celery in the butter until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread, sautéed vegetables, broth, herbs, apricot, pecans, egg, salt and fresh ground black pepper; mix together very thoroughly. Spoon into a buttered baking dish, and bake at 375° for 30 to 40 minutes, or until heated through and browned.
This dressing recipe can be used as a stuffing recipe for chicken, goose, or turkey. Should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
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Pear and Almond Dressing and Poultry Stuffing
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