Description
Mama’s Cornbread Dressing is a classic Southern side dish that’s perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions. This recipe combines the flavors of cornbread, bread cubes, and aromatic seasonings to create a delicious and comforting dish that pairs perfectly with roasted meats and hearty mains.
Ingredients
Scale
Cornbread:
- 6 cups crumbled cornbread
Bread Cubes:
- 4 cups day-old bread cubes (white or French bread)
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 celery stalks, finely chopped
Broth:
- 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
Eggs and Seasonings:
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine crumbled cornbread and bread cubes in a large bowl. Sauté onion and celery until softened, then add to the bread mixture. Mix in seasonings and melted butter. Add enough broth to moisten the mixture. Stir in beaten eggs.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
Notes
- Use homemade cornbread for best results.
- Optional: Add cooked sausage or diced turkey for a heartier version.
- For a moister dressing, increase broth before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
