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A golden brown dish of Southern Cornbread Dressing fresh out of the oven.

Traditional Southern Cornbread Dressing

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A classic, moist, and savory Cornbread Dressing Recipe that features homemade cornbread, fresh aromatics, and the perfect blend of herbs.

  • Total Time: PT1H5M
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

6 cups crumbled prepared cornbread (preferably day-old)
4 cups torn white bread pieces (French bread or sandwich bread)
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1.5 cups chopped yellow onion
1 cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
3 to 4 cups chicken or turkey stock

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: In a very large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread and the torn white bread pieces. Mix them gently to distribute.
Step 3: In a large skillet, melt the 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Add the onions and celery and sauté for 8-10 minutes until they are soft and translucent.
Step 4: Pour the butter and vegetable mixture over the bread crumbs in the bowl. Add the sage, poultry seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk the eggs with 1 cup of the stock. Pour this over the bread mixture.
Step 6: Gradually add the remaining stock, 1 cup at a time, tossing gently with a large spoon. The mixture should be very moist but not ‘soupy’.
Step 7: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Do not pack it down too tightly.
Step 8: Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dressing is set in the middle.
Step 9: Allow the dressing to rest for 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the texture firm up.

Notes

For a drier dressing, reduce the stock by 1/2 cup. For a moister ‘pudding-like’ dressing, use the full 4 cups of stock.

  • Prep Time: PT20M
  • Cook Time: PT45M
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 345 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg