Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F

Step 2

Place the onions in a small bowl and sprinkle the sugar over them. Let onions sit for about an hour.

Step 3

In a large skillet saute the carrots, celery, apples, and garlic until softened.

Step 4

Strain the sugared onions and add them to the saute along with the melted butter.

Step 5

Add mixture to the bread and toss in a large bowl.

Step 6

Add chicken broth to the bread mixture along with the pecans, parsley, and Beau Monde seasoning, slowly tossing until the broth is all absorbed by the bread.

Step 7

Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Spoon into a well-greased 3-quart or 13- x 9-inch baking pan.

Step 9

Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.

Step 10

Remove foil and continue to bake for 5 - 10 minutes or until top is crusty and brown.