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Southern Cornbread Dressing

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This classic Southern cornbread dressing is rich, buttery, and packed with flavor from herbs, celery, onions, and savory broth. It’s the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups crumbled cornbread (homemade or store-bought)
  • 4 cups day-old white bread or biscuits, crumbled
  • 1 stick (½ cup) butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried sage (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or more as needed for moisture)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (optional but makes it extra rich)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Cornbread & Bread Mixture:
    Make the cornbread a day ahead (or use pre-made). Crumble into a large bowl. Add crumbled white bread or biscuits to the bowl.

  2. Sauté the Veggies:
    In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and chopped celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Combine & Mix:
    Pour the sautéed vegetables and butter over the crumbled cornbread mixture. Stir in poultry seasoning, sage, black pepper, and salt. Add chicken broth, beaten eggs, and cream of chicken soup (if using). Mix everything together until well combined, but not mushy. The mixture should be moist but not overly wet—add extra broth if needed.

  4. Bake the Dressing:
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture into a buttered 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown on top and set in the middle.

  5. Serve & Enjoy:
    Let the dressing sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve alongside turkey, ham, or roasted chicken for a perfect holiday meal!

Notes

  • Feel free to add more or less broth to adjust the moisture level to your preference.
  • You can also make this dish ahead of time and refrigerate it before baking for easy meal prep.

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