Cornbread Dressing
Ingredients:
- Cornbread:
- 1 recipe of cornbread (about 6 cups crumbled)
- Vegetables:
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 2 large onions, chopped
- Other Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups dry bread crumbs
- 2-3 cups turkey or chicken stock (or more, as needed)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 2 teaspoons sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cornbread:
- Bake the cornbread according to package instructions. Once done, let it cool and then crumble it into a large mixing bowl.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by spraying it with cooking spray.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped celery and onions, and sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Combine the Mixture:
- In the bowl with the crumbled cornbread, add the sautéed celery and onion mixture.
- Stir in the dry bread crumbs, beaten eggs, and enough turkey or chicken stock to moisten the mixture (it should be quite soupy).
- Add the poultry seasoning, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine.
- Bake:
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- After 35 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the top is browned and the dressing is set.
- Serve:
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this delicious cornbread dressing as a side dish for your holiday meals or any special occasion!
Tips:
- Adjust Consistency: Feel free to add more stock if the mixture looks too dry before baking.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the dressing a day in advance and refrigerate it. Just add a bit more stock if it seems dry before baking.
- Add-ins: Consider adding cooked sausage, nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture!
Enjoy your homemade cornbread dressing! 🥣✨
