Apricot and Pecan Turkey Stuffing

1 . Stage

Heat broth in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling, about 5 minutes. Add apricots, remove from the heat, and let sit until apricots are plump, about 15 minutes.

2 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

3 . Stage

Melt butter in a large pan or Dutch oven over low heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add broth-apricot mixture, apples, thyme, sage, and pepper; stir until combined. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

4 . Stage

Add bread crumbs gradually, folding them in until stuffing is moist but not sticky. Mix in the pecans. Transfer to a casserole dish and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.

5 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, 20 to 25 minutes.