Yield: 8 Ethnicity: American   Meal Type: Side Dish   Occasion: Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas   Preparation Method: Microwave, Bake   Dish Type: Dressing

Ingredients

1 Cup celery, sliced

3/4 Cup onion, chopped

1-1/2 Cups TURKEY BROTH or reduced-sodium chicken bouillon

16 Slices reduced-calorie bread, cubed and dried

2 Tablespoons dried parsley

1-1/2 Teaspoons poultry seasoning

1/2 Teaspoon salt

2 egg whites

1/4 Cup dried apricots, chopped

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS:

In 1-quart microwave-safe bowl combine celery and onions; cover. Cook at HIGH (100% power) 2-1/2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring halfway through cooking. In large bowl combine celery/onion mixture, turkey broth, bread cubes, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt, egg whites and apricots. Spoon mixture into lightly greased 2-quart microwave-safe casserole; cover. Microwave at HIGH (100% power) 7 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, or until stuffing is heated throughout.

CONVENTIONAL DIRECTIONS:

In small saucepan, over medium-high heat, combine celery, onions and turkey broth; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. In large bowl combine celery/onion mixture, bread cubes, parsley, poultry seasoning, salt, egg whites and apricots. Spoon into lightly greased 2-quart casserole; cover. Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

Recipe Source: Recipe by The National Turkey Federation

Nutrition Facts Calories 140   % Daily Value* Total Fat 1.5g Saturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 440mg Potassium 229mg Total Carbohydrate 27g Dietary Fiber 5g Sugars 5g   Protein 6g   Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 6% Calcium 6% Iron 10% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:   Calories: 2000 2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g Dietary Fiber   25g 30g Calories per gram: Fat 9 Carbohydrate 4 Protein 4