Stuffed Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare stuffing according to package directions (see note in description).
2. 2
   In a skillet cook sausage over medium high heat, stirring until meat is no longer pink (8-10 minutes).
3. 3
   Remove sausage with a slotted spoon from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet.
4. 4
   Drain sausage on paper towels and set aside.
5. 5
   In a cup stir together 1/4 cup water and lemon juice.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Cut apples in half, cutting through stem and bottom ends, scoop out apple pulp and cores into a bowl, leaving 1/4 inch shell.
8. 8
   Rub the lemon juice mixture over cut sides of apple shells.
9. 9
   Discard cores and seeds, chop the pulp and set aside.
10. 10
    In the same skillet with the drippings over medium high heat saute the onion and apple pulp for 5-10 minutes or until liquid evaporates and onion is tender.
11. 11
    In a large bowl combine the stuffing, apple mixture, sausage and parsley.
12. 12
    Spoon mixture into apple shells (1/2 cup stuffing mixture per apple shell).
13. 13
    Place apples in a 13 x 9 inch baking pan and pour 1 cup cider vinegar around apples in dish.
14. 14
    Bake at 350F for 30-40 minutes or until apples are tender.
15. 15
    If desired garnish with parsley.