Holiday Apricot-Nut Stuffing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. dried apricots, chopped
4 c. small dried bread cubes
1 c. coarsely chopped nuts
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. hot water
1/4 c. melted butter
grated rind of 1 orange

Preparation

Combine apricots, bread cubes, nuts, parsley, salt and orange rind in large bowl.
Sprinkle butter and water over mixture.
Toss with fork until blended.
Pack lightly into prepared pocket of chicken.
Makes about 5 cups.