This dressing is a fantastic side dish for any Southern-style meal, especially around the holidays. Enjoy your homemade Southern cornbread dressing!

Author: Fromthealdergrove.com

Ingredients

• 6 cups crumbled cornbread day-old works best
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3 cups chicken broth vegetable broth works as a substitute
• 3 eggs

Instructions

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Prepare the Cornbread: Crumble the cornbread into a large mixing bowl.
• Sauté the Vegetables: In a skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter and sauté the chopped celery and onion until they are soft and translucent.
• Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed vegetables, sage, poultry seasoning, and salt to the crumbled cornbread. Mix them together.
• Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, chicken broth, and eggs.
• Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients over the cornbread mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
• Bake the Dressing: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
• Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dressing is set.
• Serve: Once done, let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This dressing is a fantastic side dish for any Southern-style meal, especially around the holidays. Enjoy your homemade Southern cornbread dressing!