Southern Cornbread Dressing

Southern Cornbread Dressing

This Southern Cornbread Dressing is a must-have on your holiday menu topped with a generous drizzle of homemade turkey gravy.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed savory cornbread
  • 6 cups cubed French or Italian bread
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 large sweet onion

    diced

  • 2 ribs celery

    diced

  • 1 10 3/4 oz can cream of chicken with herbs soup or cream of chicken
  • 3 large eggs

    beaten

  • 1-2 Tbsp chopped fresh sage
    may adjust to taste
  • 2 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 32 oz low sodium chicken broth

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 12 x 8 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In a skillet over medium high heat melt butter, with diced onion and celery. Season lightly with salt and black pepper to your taste. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften and brown.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, place cubed cornbread and Italian bread into a large bowl. To the bowl add sautéed onion and celery, soup, eggs, sage, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder.

  4. 4

    Gradually add stock stirring until all of the chicken stock is used and ingredients are fully moistened.

  5. 5

    Pour cornbread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the top is golden and baked through.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately drizzled with turkey gravy.

Southern Cornbread Dressing

Southern Cornbread Dressing

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About this Recipe

No holiday meal is truly complete without a comforting, savory dressing, and this Southern Cornbread Dressing delivers that quintessential warmth and flavor you crave. It's designed to be a standout side dish, ready to absorb a generous drizzle of homemade turkey gravy, making every bite a celebration.

What truly sets this Southern Cornbread Dressing apart is its thoughtful foundation: a balanced blend of savory cornbread and classic French or Italian bread. This combination ensures a perfect harmony of rustic texture and deep, comforting flavor, avoiding the common pitfalls of dry or bland versions. The addition of aromatic vegetables and a rich blend of seasonings creates a depth that will have everyone asking for your secret.

You can expect a dressing that is wonderfully moist and tender on the inside, with a beautiful golden, slightly crisp top. Each forkful is bursting with savory notes from fresh sage and robust poultry seasoning, complemented by the subtle sweetness of diced onion and the earthy crunch of celery. This dish embodies classic Southern comfort, making it a beloved addition to any festive table.

Customization & Variations

While the recipe is perfectly balanced as written, you can easily tailor it to your preferences. The amount of fresh sage can be adjusted to taste, perhaps a little more for an earthier flavor or a little less if you prefer it subtle. If you desire a slightly different savory base, using all cream of chicken soup without herbs is an option specified in the recipe. The robust combination of garlic powder and onion powder could also be slightly increased for a bolder aromatic profile.

This dressing is designed to be the ultimate companion to your holiday roast. Serve it warm alongside turkey or ham, ensuring you have plenty of that homemade turkey gravy ready. It’s the perfect centerpiece side for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special family gathering where comfort food takes center stage.

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