As seen on WKTV NEWSChannel 2 Friday, November 7, 2014

Herb and Apple Dressing

Capture the flavors of classic herb stuffing but tweak just a bit with tradition, and prepare this delicious dressing starring some of the season’s top ingredients.

A package of seasoned stuffing mix shortcuts the process of preparing bread cubes and the addition of a crisp apple along with fresh herbs makes this dressing delicious. If you are going to your loved one’s house for Thanksgiving dinner, tote the dressing in this Anchor Hocking Oven Basics 6 piece Bake ‘n Take Set for the ultimate in practicality. Simply garnish with a few apple slices and sage leaves for a pretty presentation.

Add this flavorful dressing recipe to your collection of Thanksgiving recipes, and savor a cornucopia of seasonal flavors year after year.

HERB AND APPLE DRESSING

Nonstick cooking spray
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium celery rib, chopped
1 large cooking apple, cored and chopped
1 (12-ounce) package herb seasoned stuffing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 to 2 cups regular or reduced sodium chicken broth, as needed
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and apple. Cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often. Place seasoned stuffing in a large bowl; pour onion mixture over stuffing. Add parsley, sage, and poultry seasoning. Gradually stir in about 1 to 1 3/4 cups broth, until the dressing is moistened but not soggy; season with salt and pepper. Place in prepared baking dish; drizzle with 1/4 cup broth, if desired. Cover, and bake 30 minutes. Remove cover; bake until top is golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Makes 8 servings.

Thanks to Anchor Hocking for providing photography and bakeware