Cranberry Apple Stuffing

I came across this recipe Tamra had shared in the past.  Even though it is not the traditional season we think of stuffing-it would be a great side to any meal.

Cranberry Apple Stuffing
        (makes 8 cups)  
                                              by Tamra Sayler

1/2 c butter
2 c chopped celery

1/2 c chopped onion
2 tart apples (red or green) cored and chopped
1 1/4 c dried cranberries-craisins
4 c unseasoned dry bread cubes (***can use seasoned)
1 c chicken broth (use veg. broth for vegetarians)
1 t thyme
1 t parsley flakes
1 t rosemary
1 t  fresh grated orange peel (optional)

***if using preseasoned bread cubes: leave out thyme, parsley and rosemary.

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.  In a skillet, melt butter.  Add celery and onion, saute 5-7 min.  Remove from heat and stir in apple, craisins, and spices (if using unseasoned bread cubes).
2. Place bread cubes in large bowl. Stir in fruit mixture. Add broth; toss to combine. Place in 13 x 9 baking dish. Cover and bake 35-40 min.