Sourdough-Apple Stuffing

INGREDIENTS

• 8 cups 1/2-inch cubes sourdough bread (about 1/2 of a 1 1/2-lb. loaf)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound sweet Italian pork sausage, casings removed
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 ribs celery, diced (about 1 cup)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup golden raisins
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and diced (about 3 cups)
• Salt and pepper
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted