WHOLESOME APPLE-HAZELNUT STUFFING

Wholesome Apple-Hazelnut Stuffing image

"Try this whole grain, fruit and nut stuffing for a delicious new slant on holiday stuffing. Herbs balance the sweetness of the apples and give this dish a wonderful flavor. -Donna Noel of Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small carrot, shredded
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cubed day-old whole wheat bread
1-1/2 cups shredded peeled tart apples (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, saute celery and onion in oil for 4 minutes. Add the carrot, parsley and rosemary; saute 2-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., In a large bowl, combine the vegetable mixture, bread cubes, apples and hazelnuts. In a small bowl, combine the egg, cider, pepper and salt. Add to stuffing mixture and mix well., Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges