November 16, 2023/Diet, Food & Fitness/Recipes

Recipe: Apple Stuffing

Name: Recipe: Apple Stuffing
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 8-ounce package dry bread stuffing mix (whole grain if available); 2 cups apple juice, or as needed; 2 tablespoons trans fat-free tub margarine; 2 red delicious apples — peeled, cored and diced

A sweet twist on this holiday dish, complete with fiber and antioxidants

Tired of your regular old stuffing recipe? Then give our apple stuffing a shot for a welcome change of pace. This healthy, low-fat side boasts fewer than 200 calories per serving. It’s great for Thanksgiving or simply any time you’re serving poultry throughout the year!

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Ingredients

1 8-ounce package dry bread stuffing mix (whole grain if available)
2 cups apple juice, or as needed
2 tablespoons trans fat-free tub margarine
2 red delicious apples — peeled, cored and diced

Directions

Prepare the stuffing mix according to package directions, but substitute apple juice for water.
When bringing the juice and margarine to a boil, add the diced apple to the pan.
Stir in the stuffing mix until the liquid is absorbed.
Transfer the stuffing to a baking dish sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and top with remaining apples.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes at 350 F or until stuffing is heated through.

Ingredient health benefits

Apples: What’s not to love about apples? In addition to tasting great on a crisp fall day, apples can help regulate blood sugar, lower cholesterol and give the microbes in your gut the fuel they need to keep you healthy.
Margarine: This well-known spread has less saturated fat and fewer calories than butter. And the trans fat-free version doesn’t have trans fats, which raise your risk of heart disease.
Whole-grain bread: Whole grains support your heart health, lower your blood pressure and can help you manage your weight. That being said, be choosy when selecting a whole-grain bread. Opt for breads that say “100% whole-grain” or “100% whole-wheat” on the labels and avoid brands that claim to be “enriched.”