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Southern Cornbread Dressing

A comforting classic made with crumbled cornbread, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups crumbled cornbread Ensure it's homemade or store-bought, but low in added sugars or preservatives
  • 2 cups chopped celery
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried sage
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 large eggs, beaten

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake your cornbread according to your recipe or package instructions. Allow it to cool and crumble it into a large mixing bowl.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil and sauté the chopped onion and celery for about 5-7 minutes, or until they become soft and translucent.
  2. In the bowl with the crumbled cornbread, add sautéed vegetables, vegetable broth, sage, thyme, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs. Fold everything together until well combined.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  4. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For substitutions, swap vegetables based on availability—carrots or bell peppers work well. For enhanced flavor, let the mixture sit for 30 minutes before baking. Avoid letting cornbread get too dry to prevent crumbly dressing.