Best 3 My Familys Cornbread Dressing Recipes

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**Cornbread Dressing: A Southern Comfort Food Classic**

Cornbread dressing is a beloved Southern dish that is typically served alongside roast turkey or chicken at Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. This savory and flavorful dish is made with a combination of crumbled cornbread, sautéed vegetables, herbs, and broth. It can be cooked in a variety of ways, including baking, frying, or steaming, and can be customized to suit individual tastes. This article provides two delicious recipes for cornbread dressing: a classic Southern cornbread dressing and a vegetarian cornbread dressing. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield a moist and flavorful dressing that is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.

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GRANDMA'S CORN BREAD DRESSING



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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

1 (16 ounce) package dry corn bread mix
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped celery
1 small onion
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons dried sage
salt and pepper to taste

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



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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

4 cups water
Turkey giblets
CORNBREAD:
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
DRESSING:
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup butter, cubed
6 cups cubed soft bread (1/2-inch cubes)
2 large eggs, beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

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.

MY FAMILY'S CORNBREAD DRESSING



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This is my version of my family's cornbread dressing passed down from my mother. My sister Beverly makes a delicious version and I must say I am 2nd in line. I hope you all like this as much as our family does. All our cousin's and aunts that have tasted my sister's are calling and asking for the recipe, everythough my aunt makes...

Provided by Dorothy Rose

Categories     Turkey

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 pkg turkey drumsticks
water to cover
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 c onions, chopped
1 c chopped celery
1 chopped bell pepper
2 stick butter
12 large eggs
7 slices lightly toasted bread
2 bouillon cubes
2 bunch green onions, chopped
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2-3 Tbsp poultry seasoning
3 pkg corn-kits cornbread mix or 1 iron skillet from scratch
2-2 1/2 c buttermilk
1 c vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven 425 degrees and mix cornbread according to package directions but use 6 eggs total for the three packages of cornbread mix and 2 to 2 1/2 cups of buttermilk. In as 9X13 in pan or large iron skillet add vegetable oil heat in oven until hot, then pour into the cornbread mix. Mix well then pour cornbread into the pan or iron skillet. Bake until lightly browned.
  • 2. Rinse turkey parts and put in a large pot and cover with water. You will need a large amount sf water so that you have enough rich broth so that your dressing will not be dry. Put in your bouillon cubes, add salt and pepper and cover. Cook until tender. Once tender, remove turkey, let cool, and debone.
  • 3. Melt one stick of butter in a saute pan and saute the onions, green onions, celery, and bell pepper until clear about 5 minutes, pour over the cornbread and bread crumbs in the bowl. Toast bread lightly then crumble and add to the crumbled cornbread in a large bowl. To the bread and vegetables, add the broth, one cup at a time, stir well after each cup. Add the remainer of the eggs one at time, mixing well. Add the stick of softened butter. Make sure your dressing is almost wet but not soppy wet. Add the poultry seasoning a tablespoon at a time and the cayenne pepper, more salt and black pepper if needed. Spray a large glass casserole and layer yur deboned turkey meat in the bottom of your dish. Pour your dressing over the top. Bake for approximately one hour until it is starting to brown around the edges and on top approximately one hour. This dish takes some time to prepare but it is well work your time. note: You may not need all the poultry season the last time I only used 1 1/2 tablespoon and that was not enough. My children must my giblet gravy with this. I will post the recipe later.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh cornbread, celery, and onions will give your dressing the best flavor. If you don't have fresh cornbread, you can use a good-quality store-bought mix.
  • Don't overcook the dressing: The dressing should be moist and fluffy, not dry and crumbly. Overcooking will also make the dressing tough.
  • Season the dressing well: Use a generous amount of salt and pepper, and add other seasonings to your taste. You can also add a little bit of sugar to balance out the flavors.
  • Let the dressing rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the dressing to set up. You can make the dressing a day ahead of time and then reheat it before serving.
  • Serve the dressing warm: Cornbread dressing is best served warm, either on its own or as a side dish with roast turkey or chicken.

Conclusion:

Cornbread dressing is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any holiday meal. With its simple ingredients and classic flavors, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting side dish, give this cornbread dressing a try!

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