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Prep Time: 50 Minutes Cook Time: 70 Minutes |
Ready In: 120 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Everyone always enjoys the combination of unique ingredients in this recipe. The currants and raisins give it a nice, sweet flavor. Ingredients:
1 loaf (1 pound) sliced bread |
3 medium onions, chopped |
3 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped |
1-1/2 cups diced fully cooked ham |
1 cup sliced celery |
1 tablespoon dried savory |
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel |
1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed |
1/2 cup butter |
1-1/2 cups slivered almonds, toasted |
1/2 cup dried currants |
1 cup chicken broth |
1/2 cup apple juice |
Directions:
1. Cut bread into 1/2-in. cubes and place in a single layer on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 225° for 30-40 minutes or until partially dried, tossing occasionally.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the onions, apple, ham, celery and seasonings in butter for 15 minutes or until onions and apples are tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the bread cubes, almonds, currants, broth and juice; toss well.
3. Place in a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 1 hour. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through and lightly browned. Yield: 16 servings (12 cups stuffing).
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