Ultimate Bread Turkey Stuffing

Directions

1. 1
   Plump raisins by placing them in a small saucepan with 1 cup orange liqueur.
2. 2
   Bring to boil, remove from heat, and set aside.
3. 3
   In a skillet, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Saute the celery and onion in the butter till tender, about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Transfer onion and celery mix to a very large mixing bowl.
5. 5
   Cook sausage till crumbled and evenly browned. Drain.
6. 6
   Combine the sausage and stuffing mix with the onion and celery mixture.
7. 7
   Stir in the raisins and liqueur, pecans, apples, dried cranberries, chicken broth, remaining 1/2 cup of orange liqueur, sage, salt, and pepper.
8. 8
   Mixture should be totally moist. If it is not, add some melter butter.
9. 9
   Place in casserole dish.
10. 10
    Bake, covered, for 20 minutes or until heated through. Add baking time if prepared ahead of time.