Apple and Onion Dressing for Lamb

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 cups tart apples with skins, diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup raisins
1 cup dry bread crumbs
Salt and pepper, to taste

Melt butter in pan. Saute onion, celery and garlic until just tender. Combine with remaining ingredients. Stuff into cavity of crown roast.