Description
A classic Southern dish, Traditional Cornbread Dressing is a flavorful and comforting side that pairs perfectly with holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cornbread, crumbled
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sage
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté until softened.
- In a large bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, sautéed vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the chicken broth and beaten eggs until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding cooked sausage or nuts.
- Make sure to use day-old cornbread for the best texture.
- This dish can be prepared a day in advance and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg