We often get asked for a stuffing recipe for the holidays. Stuffing can be tricky because the boxed mixes are high in sodium. And many traditional recipes are a lot of work and the end result is sometimes mushy. Plus we don't believe in stuffing the bird because the outcome is a mess - the turkey is dry and the stuffing is often undercooked.So, here is a masterpiece that does use a box mix and it can bake along side the bird.

Box to Masterpiece Stuffing

Serves: 16 | Serving Size: 1/2 cupTotal Time: 55 min | Prep: 5 min | Cook: 50 minIngredients:1 box stuffing mix, prepared without margarine*1 cup each: diced apples, onions and celery1 Tbsp margarine3 cups cooked brown rice1 cup low-sodium brothDirections:Sauté the apples, onions and celery in the margarine. When they are soft (about 3-5 minutes), add the prepared stuffing, cooked rice and broth. Combine well and place in covered casserole or baking dish. Bake for 30-45 minutes at 350 °F.Chef's Tips:*Use reduced-sodium Stove Top Stuffing.Makes 8 cups. You can bake this during the last hour with your turkey so they all come out at the same time.Serves 16. Each 1/2 cup serving: 172 calories, 3g fat, 1g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 0mg cholesterol, 130mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 2g sugars, 4g protein.Want more cooking tips:Check out our cookbooks in the Nutrition Education Store.