Ingredients

6 slices firm white sandwich bread, cut into 1-inch squares

3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1/2 cup finely chopped celery including some leaves

11/2 lb tart apples such as Granny Smith, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges

1/3 cup sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage

1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Pinch of cinnamon

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

For roast:

• 1 (9- to 11-lb) crown roast of pork, rib ends frenched
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/3 lb sliced bacon

For pan sauce:

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1/4 cup red-currant or apple jelly

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