Dry the bread several days in advance or heat it in an oven while tossing.
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Brown the sausage. Add the butter, followed by the onion, celery, and apple, then cook. Add the garlic and herbs, then stir.
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Toss together the dried bread, sausage mixture, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and beaten eggs. Spoon into a greased casserole, cover, and bake.
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