Traditional Supper Stuffing with Cider Gravy

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4-5 cups farmhouse-style crusty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 teaspoon poultry seasoning, 1/3 palmful

6 tablespoons butter, divided

4 McIntosh, Golden Delicious, Gala or Honey Crisp apples

2 onions, chopped into bite size pieces

6 ribs celery from the heart, chopped into bite sized pieces

1 fresh bay leaf

Salt and pepper

A handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped

2 pounds roast turkey breast, 3 slices - inch thick from the deli counter, cut into bite sized cubes

4 cups chicken stock, divided

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 cup apple cider