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

Proven way to grow 5-star Cornbread DressingCornbread Dressing

This recipe provides a proven method for creating delicious 5-star cornbread dressing. It's perfect for holiday meals or any occasion that calls for a comforting side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cornbread
  • 6 cups cornbread, crumbled
Vegetables
  • 1 cup celery, chopped
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
Liquid
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 eggs, lightly beaten
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp sage
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, chopped celery, and chopped onion.
Mixing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth and lightly beaten eggs.
  2. Pour the liquid mixture over the cornbread mixture, then add the sage, thyme, salt, and black pepper; mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Serving
  1. Remove the dressing from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can sauté the celery and onion before adding them to the cornbread mixture. If you prefer a moister dressing, add an additional 1/2 cup of chicken broth.