Description
Classic Southern Cornbread Dressing is a warm and comforting dish that embodies the spirit of family gatherings. With its golden-brown crust and fluffy interior infused with sage and onion, each bite is reminiscent of cherished holiday meals. Whether served at Thanksgiving or as a cozy side dish, this delightful dressing will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tsp fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions and celery until tender (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine crumbled cornbread and sautéed vegetables. Gradually stir in chicken broth until just combined.
- Add sage, thyme, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs to the mixture; mix until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg