Best 2 Mamas Cornbread Dressing Recipes

Indulge in a delectable Southern tradition with Mama's Cornbread Dressing, a classic holiday dish and a true testament to culinary heritage. This savory and comforting dish is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, featuring moist and fluffy cornbread, sautéed vegetables, herbs, and a medley of spices. The result is a delightful stuffing that perfectly complements roasted turkey, chicken, or ham. Along with the featured recipe, discover variations like Sausage Cornbread Dressing, a hearty and flavorful rendition with the addition of ground sausage. For a vegetarian twist, try the Vegetarian Cornbread Dressing, packed with a variety of vegetables and brimming with savory goodness. And if you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Cornbread Dressing has got you covered, delivering all the traditional flavors without the gluten.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MOMMA'S CORNBREAD DRESSING

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A pure country, Texas-style cornbread dressing.

Provided by Sherry Wisdom

Categories Side Dish Stuffing and Dressing Recipes Cornbread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 (16 ounce) packages dry corn bread mix
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bunch celery, chopped
6 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups turkey stock
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Prepare cornbread according to directions on package. Cool and crumble. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine the crumbled corn bread, onion, garlic, celery and eggs. Gently stir. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and sage.
Add the chicken and turkey broth 1 cup at a time until the cornbread becomes moist but not wet.
Place stuffing into a Dutch oven or loosely pack into a turkey. Bake for 1 hour or until stuffing reaches a temperature of 175 degrees F (80 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 79.4 g, Cholesterol 164.4 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 2463.6 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

MAMA'S SOUTHERN CORNBREAD DRESSING

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I grew up on mama's cornbread dressing. I have come across many cornbread dressing recipes; however, this is still the best. This stuffing has cubes of cornbread with the addition of onions, celery, eggs, and stock. It's the perfect Southern souffle!

Provided by Mary Lynne Williams

Time 1h35m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

8 cups crumbled cornbread
4 cups cubed stale bread
1 cup butter, melted
2 large onions, chopped
1 ½ cups chopped celery
2 cups turkey broth, or as needed
1 ½ cups chopped cooked turkey
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup chopped, cooked turkey giblets
4 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
4 tablespoons self-rising flour
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage, or to taste
2 large bay leaves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 large eggs

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9x13-inch baking dishes.
Combine cornbread and stale bread cubes in a large bowl. Set aside.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery and cook until transparent, 5 to 10 minutes.
Pour onion mixture over the cornbread mixture. Add turkey broth, chopped turkey, soup, giblets, hard-cooked eggs, and flour. Mix so that all the cornbread is wet. Mix in parsley, sage, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Add beaten eggs. Mixture should be "soupy." Pour mixture evenly into the prepared pans.
Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and set, 1 hour to 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 174 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 850.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Tips:

Use day-old cornbread: This will help the dressing hold its shape and prevent it from becoming too mushy.
Don't overmix the dressing: Overmixing will make the dressing tough.
Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor and texture to the dressing. Some good options include celery, onions, carrots, and bell peppers.
Season the dressing well: Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to taste.
Bake the dressing until it is golden brown and heated through: This will ensure that the dressing is cooked through and has a nice crispy crust.

Conclusion:

Mama's Cornbread Dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover cornbread, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.