Makeover Best Corn Bread Dressing Recipe

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine the egg, milk, oil and applesauce; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Transfer to a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400 ° for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Place cubed bread on baking sheets; bake for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut corn bread into 1/2-in. cubes; set aside. In a large skillet, saute the celery, onion and pecans in butter until vegetables are tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the corn bread, cubed bread, eggs, seasonings and enough broth to reach desired moistness (about 2-1/2 cups). Transfer to a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350 ° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 8-10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160 ° and top is lightly browned.