Cherry Pecan Stuffing

Submitted by Go Gators

"Recipe from Nov. 2010 Parents magazine. Can be thrown together the day before."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 12 ounces seasoned stuffing mix (whole-wheat, like Pepperidge Farm)
• 2 (14 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh sage
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1⁄2 cup pecan pieces
• 1⁄4 cup dried cherries
• nonstick cooking spray

directions

1. Place the stuffing mix and broth in a large bowl. Let stand about 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile coat a large skillet with cooking spray. Heat on medium. Add celery, shallots, sage, and thyme. Cook for about 6 minutes or until softened.
3. Stir the vegetable mixture into stuffing mixture.
4. Add pecan and dried cherries.
5. Transfer mixture to 2-quart square baking dish. Cover with foil and place in refrigerator overnight.
6. The next day bake at 400 degrees F for about 45 minutes or until heat through.
7. Let stuffing stand at least 15 minutes before serving.