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Cornbread Stuffing Recipe

This cornbread dressing is warm, savory, and perfectly seasoned — a classic Southern side dish that brings comfort to any holiday table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups crumbled cornbread
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon dried sage or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 7x11-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Whisk
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 7x11-inch baking dish.
  2. Place crumbled cornbread in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté onion and celery for 5–7 minutes until soft.
  4. Add sautéed vegetables to the cornbread. Stir in chicken stock, eggs, sage, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the dressing turns golden brown around the edges.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy!