Indulge in the Southern charm and delectable flavors of Calico Cornbread Dressing, a classic dish that elevates your Thanksgiving or festive gatherings. This iconic dressing seamlessly blends sweet cornbread, savory sausage, aromatic vegetables, and a touch of zesty herbs. Discover two variations to suit your taste preferences - a traditional Calico Cornbread Dressing brimming with flavors and textures, and a Vegetarian Calico Cornbread Dressing that celebrates the goodness of vegetables. Both recipes promise a moist, flavorful, and visually stunning side dish that complements roasted turkey, chicken, or ham. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful and versatile dish that is sure to become a cherished tradition.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRANDMA'S CORNBREAD DRESSING
Growing up, we didn't have turkey. We had chicken, chopped and baked in my grandmother's dressing. Now we leave out the chicken and keep the cornbread dressing. -Suzanne Mohme, Bastrop, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk. Pour oil into an 8-in. ovenproof skillet; place skillet in oven 4 minutes., Meanwhile, add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; stir just until moistened., Carefully tilt and rotate skillet to coat bottom with oil; add batter. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Reduce oven setting to 350°. For dressing, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Coarsely crumble cornbread into skillet; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, condensed soup and seasonings; stir into bread mixture. Stir in broth., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 45-55 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
SOUTHERN CORNBREAD DRESSING
This recipe, one of my favorite holiday side dishes, makes a lot. It's perfect for company, even though it started as a way to stretch the food we had for our large family. -Margaret E. Kendall, McConnelsville, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine first 10 ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs and broth. Add to bread mixture; stir until moistened., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, 40-45 minutes or until lightly browned and a thermometer inserted in the center reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 987mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
GRANDMA'S CORN BREAD DRESSING
My grandmother often made this for my family at holidays and also just with good homemade meals. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!
Provided by Amy
Categories Side Dish Stuffing and Dressing Recipes Cornbread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare the dry corn bread mix according to package directions. Cool and crumble.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and saute the celery and onion until soft.
- In a large bowl, combine the celery, onions, 3 cups crumbled corn bread, eggs, chicken stock, sage and salt and pepper to taste; mix well.
- Place into prepared dish and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1582.3 mg, Sugar 9.5 g
BEST CORNBREAD DRESSING
When folks think of "Thanksgiving" their thoughts often turn to turkey and dressing. This is my version of dressing and my whole family love it.-Kim Kreider, Mount Joy, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water and giblets to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the egg, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking pan. , Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut cornbread into 1/2-in. cubes; set aside. , Strain broth, discarding giblets. Set broth aside; cool slightly. In a large skillet, saute the celery, onion and pecans in butter until vegetables are tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cornbread, cubed bread, eggs, seasonings and enough reserved broth to reach desired moistness (about 1-1/2 cups). Save remaining broth for another use., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 8-10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160° and top is lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 30g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CALICO CORN BREAD DRESSING (TASTE OF HOME)
This recipe serves a crowd, and I will post as written. I made a smaller version. Good Stuff. Recipe courtesy of 2009 Taste of Home Recipes.
Provided by AmyZoe
Categories For Large Groups
Time 1h10m
Yield 58 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.
- In another large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and oil and stir into dry ingredients just until softened.
- Pour the batter into 2 greased 13x9x2 inch pans.
- Bake at 425 for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- In a soup kettle, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink and drain.
- Stir in the water, celery, green peppers, garlic, pepper, and cayenne.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender.
- In a very large bowl, crumble corn bread into 1/2 inch pieces. Stir in the white bread, broth, onions, and parsley.
- Divide among 4 greased pans and cover and bake at 350 for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until slightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 44.6, Sodium 362.4, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 12.6
CORNBREAD DRESSING
Drew Weeks sent the recipe for this old-fashioned dressing from his home in Edisto Island, South Carolina.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h25m
Yield 13 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. For cornbread, in a bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In a small bowl, whisk egg, water, milk and oil. Stir into flour mixture just until blended. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Crumble into a large bowl. Reduce oven temperature to 350°. , For stuffing, stir bread cubes into cornbread crumbs. In a nonstick skillet, cook celery and onion in oil until tender, about 6 minutes. Stir into cornbread mixture. , In a small bowl, dissolve bouillon in water. In a large bowl, combine the broth, egg, seasonings and bouillon mixture. Pour over cornbread mixture; toss to coat evenly., Transfer to a greased 13x9x2-in. baking dish. Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 592mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CALICO CORN CAKES
Served with salsa on the side, these fluffy corn cakes from our Test Kitchen make a fantastic side for nearly any main dish, especially those with southwestern flair. Try serving them with sour cream on the side, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, cornmeal, sugar, salt, oregano, baking powder, cumin, egg and milk just until combined. Fold in the corn, pimientos and onion mixture., Heat a large skillet coated with cooking spray; drop batter by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet. Cook for 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 308mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CHICKEN CORNBREAD DRESSING
Even though Mom passed away years ago, her wonderful cornbread dressing lives on each year at Christmas dinner. It just wouldn't be the same holiday without it!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 2h40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place chicken in a soup kettle. Add the water, celery and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth. Strain broth, discarding vegetables; set broth aside. When cool enough to handle, remove chicken from bones; dice and place in a large bowl., In a large skillet, saute celery and onions in butter until tender; stir in salt, sage, pepper and cayenne. Add to chicken. Stir in the cornbread, green onions, pecans, parsley and eggs. Add 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups of reserved broth, stirring gently to mix. (Refrigerate remaining broth for another use.) , Transfer to greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
SAVORY CORNBREAD DRESSING
Nothing gets the family hanging around like the aroma of this savory dressing baking alongside the turkey. Drizzled with hot gravy, it tastes even better than it smells. -Norma Poole, Auburndale, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings (9 cups).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute celery and onions in butter until tender; transfer to a large bowl. Add the cornbread, bread crumbs, sage and poultry seasoning. Combine eggs and broth; add to cornbread mixture, stirring gently to mix., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 325° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 165° and stuffing is lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 683mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SAUSAGE AND CORNBREAD DRESSING
At our house, we add sausage and a little steak sauce to this cornbread dressing for a meal that warms our cold winter nights. -Mandy Nall, Montgomery, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook sausage over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Remove with a slotted spoon, reserving drippings in pot., Add onions and celery to drippings; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat; stir in sausage. Add cubed bread and cornbread; toss to combine., In a small bowl, whisk eggs, steak sauce, seasonings and baking powder until blended; stir into bread mixture. Stir in enough broth to reach desired moistness., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Bake 40-50 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 1112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
CALICO CORN SALAD
With a full-time job and my own catering business, I appreciate delicious food that can be prepared ahead, like this colorful zippy salad. My family and friends are glad to sample the new dishes I prepare, especially when they turn out as good as this one. -Henry Tindal, Red Bank, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, zucchini, red pepper, chilies and onion. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and stir gently. Chill for several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh cornbread. Stale cornbread will make your dressing dry and crumbly.
- Don't overstuff the cornbread. You want the dressing to be moist and fluffy, not dense and heavy.
- Add plenty of seasonings. Cornbread dressing is a great way to use up leftover herbs and spices.
- Bake the dressing until it's golden brown. This will give it a crispy crust and a delicious flavor.
- Serve the dressing hot or at room temperature. It's also great as a leftover.
Conclusion:
Calico cornbread dressing is a classic Southern dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist and fluffy texture, crispy crust, and delicious flavor, it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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