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A golden-brown cornbread dressing in a baking dish, ready to serve

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This classic cornbread dressing is a staple for holiday dinners, featuring a moist and savory blend of cornbread, aromatic vegetables, and herbs, all baked to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cornbread
  • 6 cups cornbread, crumbled
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup onion, diced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp sage, dried
  • 0.5 tsp thyme, dried
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup butter, melted
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (for vegetarian option)
  • 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 Garlic cloves, minced
Equipment

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine crumbled cornbread, diced celery, diced onion, chopped bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, and minced garlic.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken or vegetable broth, beaten eggs, melted butter, dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients over the cornbread mixture and stir until well combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can sauté the celery, onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic before adding them to the cornbread mixture. If you prefer a crispier top, you can broil for the last few minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning. This dressing can be made ahead of time and reheated. If reheating, cover with foil to prevent drying out. Consider adding cooked sausage or pecans for additional texture and flavor. Adjust seasonings to your preference. Adding a touch of heat with a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce can elevate the flavors. Make sure your cornbread is completely cooled and a day old for the best texture in the dressing. Freshly baked cornbread tends to make the dressing too mushy.