Stuffed Apples

1. 1

   Prepare stuffing according to package directions (see note in description).

2. 2

   In a skillet cook sausage over medium high heat, stirring until meat is no longer pink (8-10 minutes).

3. 3

   Remove sausage with a slotted spoon from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet.

4. 4

   Drain sausage on paper towels and set aside.

5. 5

   In a cup stir together 1/4 cup water and lemon juice.

6. 6

   Set aside.

7. 7

   Cut apples in half, cutting through stem and bottom ends, scoop out apple pulp and cores into a bowl, leaving 1/4 inch shell.

8. 8

   Rub the lemon juice mixture over cut sides of apple shells.

9. 9

   Discard cores and seeds, chop the pulp and set aside.

10. 10

    In the same skillet with the drippings over medium high heat saute the onion and apple pulp for 5-10 minutes or until liquid evaporates and onion is tender.

11. 11

    In a large bowl combine the stuffing, apple mixture, sausage and parsley.

12. 12

    Spoon mixture into apple shells (1/2 cup stuffing mixture per apple shell).

13. 13

    Place apples in a 13 x 9 inch baking pan and pour 1 cup cider vinegar around apples in dish.

14. 14

    Bake at 350F for 30-40 minutes or until apples are tender.

15. 15

    If desired garnish with parsley.

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