Place the bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake in a 300° oven for 7 minutes. Place the bread in a big bowl.

Melt the butter in a large skillet and add in the onions, celery, apples, parsley, salt, and pepper. Saute for 10 minutes over medium heat until the veggies are softened. Add this mixture to the large bowl with the bread.

Using the same saucepan, brown the sausage over medium heat till it’s cooked through. Break up any large clumps during cooking. Add this to the bread bowl.

Add in the chicken stock and cranberries and carefully mix well.

Pour this mixture into a greased 9×13 pan and bake at 350° for 30 minute or until golden brown.