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Southern Cornbread Dressing

Southern Cornbread Dressing: A Cozy Thanksgiving Delight

This Southern Cornbread Dressing is a perfect Thanksgiving side dish that blends comforting flavors and textures in a heartwarming tradition.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cornbread Base
  • 16 muffins Southern-style cornbread muffins Must be sugar-free
  • 2 cups self-rising yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup self-rising flour
For the Softening Components
  • 8 biscuits biscuits Homemade or Bisquick
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Flavor Base
  • 1 cup celery finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
For Binding and Moisture
  • 4 large eggs beaten
  • 5 cups chicken stock more if needed

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Southern Cornbread Dressing
  1. Begin by baking 16 Southern-style cornbread muffins and 8 biscuits, either from scratch or using Bisquick, up to 2 days before you're ready to make the dressing. Allow them to cool completely, then cut them into small cubes.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 5 cups of chicken stock, 1 cup of finely chopped celery, and 1 medium finely diced onion. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, crumble the prepared cornbread and biscuits together until they form a coarse texture. Gradually pour in the vegetable and broth mixture, about 1 cup at a time, stirring to integrate thoroughly.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of poultry seasoning and ½ teaspoon of salt, adjusting to your taste preference. Mix everything well, ensuring the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
  5. Incorporate 4 beaten eggs into the bread mixture, stirring thoroughly until everything is well combined.
  6. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish, then pour the prepared dressing mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the cornbread and biscuits to dry out at room temperature for up to 2 days to ensure they absorb the broth well.

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