Description
Southern Cornbread Dressing is a cherished classic that brings warmth and comfort to your kitchen. This savory dish features crispy edges and a moist, flavorful center infused with sautéed onions, fresh herbs, and homemade cornbread. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any family gathering, it’s an irresistible addition that evokes the spirit of togetherness with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (homemade preferred)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (or 1 tablespoon dried)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, sauté onions and celery over medium heat until translucent (5-7 minutes).
- In a large bowl, crumble the cornbread into coarse pieces.
- Gradually add chicken broth while mixing until the mixture is moist but not soggy.
- Stir in sautéed vegetables, eggs, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg