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Festive Cranberry Stuffing: A Twist on Tradition

A colorful bread stuffing with fresh cranberries, tart apple and celery that stays low in potassium and sodium for holiday meals.

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This colorful, fresh, and sweet tasting stuffing is a great addition to any holiday meal. Fresh cranberries and apples make this flavorful side dish low in potassium and sodium.

Festive Cranberry Stuffing

Course
Side dishes
Ingredients
7
Steps
4

Ingredients

  • 3 cups soft, stale bread crumbs
  • 1 cup diced peeled tart apple
  • ½ cup fresh cranberries, diced
  • ½ cup celery, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • ¼ cup apple juice
  • 2 tablespoons margarine, melted

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°.
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to mix.
  3. Place in a lightly greased casserole dish.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes.

Nutrition notes (per ½ cup serving, as published with the recipe)

  • 150 calories
  • 4 g protein
  • 79 mg potassium
  • 45 mg phosphorus

Recipe used with permission from ARA.