Description

This savory Cornbread Dressing is a southern classic made with crumbled cornbread, aromatic celery, onions, and sage. It’s a must-have side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday feast. #cornbreaddressing #holidayrecipes #southernrecipes

Ingredients

1 (16-ounce) package dry cornbread mix
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 small onion, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons dried sage
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the Cornbread: Bake cornbread per package instructions. Let it cool, then crumble into large chunks.
Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté celery and onion for 5–7 minutes, until soft.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine crumbled cornbread, sautéed vegetables, beaten eggs, chicken stock, and sage. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Bake: Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden and set.

Notes

You can make the cornbread a day ahead for easier crumbling.
Add cooked sausage or diced turkey for extra flavor and protein.
Substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.