Harvest Stuffing

Name: Harvest Stuffing
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups water, divided; 1 cup each chopped carrots, celery and onion; 10 dried plums, halved; 10 dried apricots, halved; 1 teaspoon salt-free herb seasoning blend; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 slices cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed; 1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice

8 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups water, divided
1 cup each chopped carrots, celery and onion
10 dried plums, halved
10 dried apricots, halved
1 teaspoon salt-free herb seasoning blend
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 slices cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice

Directions

1

In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup water, carrots, celery, onion, plums, apricots, seasoning blend and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until fruit and vegetables are tender.
2

Meanwhile, place bread cubes in a single layer on
3

. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Transfer vegetable mixture to a large bowl. Stir in the bread cubes, apple juice and remaining water; toss gently to combine.
4

Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover;bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.