* Exported from MasterCook *
Sausage and Apple Stuffing
Recipe By :Nancy VE
Serving Size : 14 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 ounces bacon -- diced
1 pound pork sausage
2 cups chopped onions
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon dried sage -- crumbled
1 teaspoon dried thyme -- crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups tart apples -- cut in 1/2" pieces
10 cups day-old white bread -- cut in 1/2" cubes
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Sprinkle bacon over bottom of 3 quart casserole. Cover with paper towel. Microwave on HIGH 3 1/2- 4 1/2 minutes until bacon just begins to brown, stirring once.
Crumble sausage meat in. Microwave on HIGH 3 minutes, stirring twice, until meat loses its pink color.
Add onions, mushrooms and celery. Cover with paper towel. Microwave on HIGH 6-8 minutes until onions and mushrooms are wilted, stirring twice.
Stir in sage, thyme, salt and pepper, then the apples. Cover and microwave on HIGH 2 minutes. (Apples will still be crisp.)
Meanwhile, mix bread and parsley in a large pot or bowl. Add apple mixture. Toss to mix.
Stir in broth a little at a time until well blended and stuffing is as moist as desired.
Return mixture to the 3 quart casserole. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH 13-15 minutes, rotating dish 1/2 turn and stirring once.
Let stand covered 10 minutes for flavor to develop and to equalize the temperature.