For an extra layer of flavor, sauté 1/2 cup of chopped mushrooms with the onions and celery. If you don't have stale bread, you can lightly toast fresh bread cubes in the oven until dried out. Adjust the amount of broth to achieve the desired consistency. The dressing should be moist but not soggy. For a richer flavor, use homemade turkey or chicken broth. Leftover dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Mama's Southern Cornbread Dressing
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING14 People
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VIEWS15
A quintessential Southern comfort food, this cornbread dressing elevates humble ingredients into a symphony of textures and flavors. Imagine savory cornbread mingling with aromatic vegetables, succulent turkey, and a medley of herbs, baked to golden perfection. It's a Southern classic reimagined!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol174 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium850 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPreheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9x13 inch baking dishes. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, combine crumbled cornbread and cubed stale bread. Set aside. (2 minutes)
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StepMelt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. (10 minutes)
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StepIn the bowl with the cornbread and bread cubes, add the cooked onion and celery mixture, turkey broth, diced turkey, cream of chicken soup, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and giblets (if using). Stir well to combine. (5 minutes)
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StepIn a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, parsley, sage, salt, and pepper. Add to the cornbread mixture and stir until well combined. (3 minutes)
06
StepAdd the beaten eggs to the mixture and stir until everything is evenly moistened. The mixture should be moist and slightly soupy. If it seems too dry, add a little more broth. (2 minutes)
07
StepDivide the mixture evenly between the prepared baking dishes. (2 minutes)
08
StepBake in the preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until golden brown and set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean. (70 minutes)
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Gia Ryan
Jun 22, 2025Adding the giblets really elevated the flavor. Will definitely make again.
Lane Goodwin
Jun 5, 2025The recipe was easy to follow and the dressing turned out perfectly.
Lucinda Schmitt
Jun 5, 2025I thought it was a bit too salty for my taste, will reduce salt next time.
Alycia Damore
May 26, 2025I made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. Thank you!
Molly Bartell
May 20, 2025My family raved about this! The sage was a perfect touch.