Apple and Chestnut Stuffing

Ingredients

• Nonstick cooking spray
• 6 cups whole-grain bread cubes
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 onion
• 2 celery
• 3 cups apple
• 1/4 cup sage
• 1/2 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3/4 cup chestnuts roasted (approx. 4 oz.)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375° F.

2. 2

   Lightly coat a 3-quart baking dish with spray. Set aside.

3. 3

   Spread bread evenly on large, rimmed baking sheet. Bake for15 minutes, rotating pan half-way through. Set aside.

4. 4

   Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add onion and celery; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until onion is translucent.

6. 6

   Add apples; cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until apples are tender-crisp.

7. 7

   Combine onion mixture, bread, sage, salt, pepper, broth, and chestnuts in a large bowl; mix well.

8. 8

   Place stuffing in prepared baking dish. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cooked through.