HEART HEALTHY RECIPE- OLD FASHIONED BREAD STUFFING

A small amount of oil and chicken broth are used in place of butter to keep the flavor in this family favorite with less fat.  This tip can also be used to adjust your favorite stuffing recipe.

     Old-Fashioned Bread Stuffing

1 T. vegetable oil

1 c.  finely chopped celery

½  c.  chopped onion

1 tsp. poultry seasoning

¼  tsp. black pepper

16 slices dry bread, cubed

 ¾   to 1 c.  chicken  broth

Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.  Add the celery and onion and cook until tender, but not brown.  Remove from heat and add the poultry seasoning and black pepper.  Place the dry bread cubes in a large bowl.  Add the onion mixture and drizzle with enough broth or water to moisten.  Toss lightly to evenly coat.  This recipe will stuff an 8 to 10 pound turkey and serves 8.  

Nutrition Information:  1 serving

Calories 161, Total fat 4 g,  Saturated fat 0.5 g,  Cholesterol 26 mg,  Sodium 368 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g,  Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 2 g,  Protein  5 g