Best 6 Rhubarb Cornbread Stuffing Recipes

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**Rhubarb Cornbread Stuffing: A Sweet and Savory Twist to Your Holiday Feast**

As the holiday season approaches, many home cooks are searching for unique and flavorful dishes to add to their festive menus. Rhubarb cornbread stuffing is one such dish that is sure to impress your guests with its delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. This recipe combines the classic flavors of cornbread with the tartness of rhubarb, creating a stuffing that is both unique and delicious. In addition to the classic rhubarb cornbread stuffing recipe, this article also includes two variations: a sausage stuffing and a vegetarian stuffing. Each variation offers its own unique flavor profile, ensuring that there is a recipe to suit everyone's taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a traditional stuffing recipe or something a little more adventurous, this article has you covered.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CORNBREAD & SAUSAGE STUFFING



Cornbread & Sausage Stuffing image

This old-fashioned Southern cornbread stuffing has a rich, almost spoon bread consistency.

Categories     Vegetables & Sides

Yield 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1¾ cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
1¼ cup yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons sugar
1½ tablespoons baking powder
1½ teaspoons salt
1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
1 lb bulk hot pork sausage
2 medium yellow onions, diced
3 celery ribs, diced
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
5 garlic cloves, chopped
¼ cup finely chopped fresh herb blend (I use equal parts thyme, rosemary and sage)
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Butter and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan or spray with a nonstick cooking spray with flour, such as Baker's Joy.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the milk and whisk until evenly combined. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk mixture and the melted butter to the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake until lightly golden around the edges and set, about 30 minutes. Cool in the pan on a wire rack until cool enough to handle, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 250°F and set the oven rack in the middle position. Cut the cornbread into 1-inch squares. Place the cut cornbread on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until lightly toasted, about 1 hour. Cool the cornbread on the baking sheet, about 15 minutes.
  • Place the sausage in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring and breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sausage to the largest bowl you have (it needs to fit all the cornbread), leaving the fat in the pan. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onions, celery, and 3 tablespoons of the butter to the pan. Cook until the vegetables are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Off the heat, mix in the herbs. Add the vegetable mixture to the bowl with the sausage and mix to combine.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the milk, broth, and salt.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. Add the dried cornbread cubes to the sausage and vegetable mixture. Pour the egg mixture over top. Fold the mixture a few times with a large rubber spatula, being careful not to break up the cornbread too much. Let the mixture sit, folding carefully a few times, until the cornbread is saturated, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the soaked cornbread mixture to the prepared pan, making sure the sausage and vegetables are evenly distributed. Try to arrange some of the larger pieces of cornbread on top; it looks prettier. Dot the top of the stuffing with the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 35 minutes. Serve warm.
  • Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The cornbread can be prepared up to two days ahead of time. Cut it into cubes and let it dry out on the countertop overnight instead of toasting it in the oven. If you'd like the assemble the stuffing in advance, prepare it up until the point of baking, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate up to a day ahead of time. When ready to serve, bake as directed, allowing a few extra minutes in the oven. It can also be frozen after baking, tightly covered, for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve it, defrost in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Reheat it, covered with foil, in a 325°F oven until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541, Fat 33 g, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sugar 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 654 mg, Cholesterol 209 mg

CORNBREAD STUFFING



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"My grandma made homemade cornbread every night for dinner, so this stuffing is a nod to her tradition. I eat so much of it!"

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings (plus extra herb butter)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for the baking dish
3 tablespoons minced fresh sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the stuffing:
2 large onions, finely diced
3 celery stalks, finely diced
9 cups cubed cornbread (homemade or store-bought)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Make the herb butter: Mix the butter with the sage, thyme, parsley, rosemary, tablespoons salt and 2 teaspoons pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  • Make the stuffing: Melt 1/2 cup of the herb butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and celery and saute, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degree F. Combine the cooked onions and celery with the cornbread, egg, chicken broth, milk and 3/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix well. Place in a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes; remove the foil and bake until golden brown, about 20 more minutes.

SAVORY CORNBREAD STUFFING



Savory Cornbread Stuffing image

I find most cornbread to be very sweet. This one is grainy and savory, and the stuffing I make with it is my favorite. This is easily doubled for a larger quantity of stuffing. Bake it in a 3-quart baking dish (it will take about 45 to 50 minutes) or in two 9-inch pans.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     side dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably organic stone ground
1/2 cup all purpose flour or whole wheat flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 eggs
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt or buttermilk
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon mild honey
2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (to taste)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, or 1 tablespoon each olive oil and unsalted butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
Salt to taste
4 stalks celery, cut in small dice
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons rubbed sage, or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground pepper
A double batch of cornbread (see above), crumbled you can do this in a food processor fitted with the steel blade
1/2 cup milk, or as necessary, for moistening
4 tablespoons unsalted butter if baking separately

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Place a 9-inch cast iron skillet, a heavy 2-quart baking dish or a heavy 9-inch square baking pan in the oven while you prepare the batter.
  • Place the cornmeal in a bowl, and sift in the flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Stir the mixture with a spoon or whisk to amalgamate. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, yogurt (or buttermilk), milk and honey. Whisk the cornmeal mixture into the liquid mixture. Do not overwork the batter.
  • Remove the pan from the oven, and add the butter to the pan. Swirl the pan so that the butter melts quickly before it gets too brown, then quickly whisk the butter into the batter. Brush the sides of the pan with any butter remaining in the pan.
  • Quickly scrape all of the batter into the hot pan, and place in the oven. Bake 35 to 40 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. It will be quite brown on the edges. Allow the bread to cool in the pan, or serve warm.
  • Heat the olive oil (or oil and butter) over medium heat in a large, heavy, nonstick skillet, and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until it begins to soften, about three minutes, and add 1/2 teaspoon salt and the celery. Cook together for another few minutes, until the onion is tender. Add the garlic, and stir together for 30 seconds to a minute, until fragrant. Transfer to a large bowl, and add the remaining ingredients. Combine well. Taste and adjust salt. Moisten as desired with milk.
  • Stuff the cavity of the turkey, or transfer to a buttered or oiled 2-quart baking dish. Dot with butter. Cover with aluminum foil, and heat through in a 325-degree oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 266, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 332 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CORNBREAD SAUSAGE STUFFING FOR THANKSGIVING



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Easy cornbread sausage stuffing recipe made with country bread, cornbread, and breakfast sausage with plenty of herbs to make it truly irresistible.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for pan
½ pound good-quality day-old crusty country-style or peasant bread, torn into ¾" pieces (about 5 cups)
½ pound day-old cornbread, broken into ¾" pieces (about 5 cups)
1 pound breakfast sausage links, casings removed, or ground breakfast sausage mix, broken up into ½" pieces
2½ cups chopped onions (about 1 medium plus 1 large onion)
3 medium celery stalks, sliced
2 large eggs
2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped sage
1 tablespoon chopped thyme
2 teaspoons chopped rosemary
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
A 13x9x2" or other 3-quart baking dish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Butter baking dish; set aside. Arrange bread and cornbread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, tossing occasionally, until completely dried out, 35-50 minutes. Let cool on baking sheet, then transfer to a very large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high. Break sausage into ½" pieces and cook, stirring and breaking up into smaller (about ¼") pieces with a wooden spoon or spatula, until browned, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to bowl with bread but do not stir.
  • Heat remaining 1 stick butter in same skillet over medium-high. Cook onions and celery, stirring often and scraping browned bits off bottom of pan, until just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Add to bowl with bread mixture and let cool.
  • Whisk eggs, broth, parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add to bread mixture and fold gently until thoroughly combined.
  • Increase oven temperature to 350°F. Transfer mixture to prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake stuffing until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 160°F, 40-45 minutes. Uncover and continue to bake until set and top is browned and crisped, 45-50 minutes more.
  • DO AHEAD: Stuffing can be assembled, but not baked, 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. When ready to bake, bring to room temperature and bake according to recipe. Stuffing can be baked 1 day ahead. Let cool completely, then cover with foil and chill. Keep covered and bake in a 350°F oven until warmed through, 25-30 minutes. Uncover and bake until top is crisped, 7-10 minutes more.

STUFFING WITH CORNBREAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Stuffing with Cornbread Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: unsalted butter, thick-cut bacon, celery, large yellow onions, garlic, fresh thyme leaf, fresh rosemary, day-old cornbread, large eggs, turkey stock, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 stick
1 ½ lb thick-cut bacon, chopped
6 stalks celery, chopped
2 large yellow onions, diced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaf
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
2 loaves day-old cornbread, torn into 1-inch (2-cm) pieces, (bake at 325˚F (170˚C) for 25 minutes to dry out if not day-old)
3 large eggs
3 cups turkey stock
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, divided
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33-cm) baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until the fat has rendered, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the celery, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the thyme and rosemary. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, beat together the eggs, turkey stock, half of the parsley, the salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bread and cooked bacon mixture.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the bread and vegetable mixture, and stir to coat.
  • Transfer the stuffing to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  • Top with the remaining parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 7 grams

REAL SOUTHERN HERBED CORNBREAD STUFFING



Real Southern Herbed Cornbread Stuffing image

NO bread, NO oysters, NO sausage, NO Eggs, NO Giblets. Simply the best cornbread stuffing you will ever put in your mouth. This is one of those 'secret' recipes handed down from my grandmother's grandmother. It has never been written down until now, but was taught in the kitchen to each generation during the holidays while helping grandma prepare the stuffing and listening to the stories of when they were little girls in the kitchen helping their grandmas.

Provided by Jeanine Starkenberg

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

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cups crumbled cornbread
1 cup butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped apple
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram
1 tablespoon salt
4 cups turkey broth, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place crumbled cornbread into a large bowl.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and saute onion, apple, and celery until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add to crumbled cornbread. Season with sage, parsley, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, and salt. Add turkey broth 1 cup at a time and stir after each addition until stuffing is moist. Adjust turkey broth amount to your liking, less if you like the stuffing a little drier or more of you like it more moist. Place stuffing in a large baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, turning stuffing over every 20 minutes by scraping the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 72.9 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1566.4 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh rhubarb: Fresh rhubarb stalks should be firm and crisp, with bright red or pink color. Avoid stalks that are wilted, bruised, or have brown spots.
  • Prepare the rhubarb properly: Before using, trim the ends of the rhubarb stalks and remove any leaves. Then, cut the stalks into small pieces or slices, depending on the recipe.
  • Don't overcook the rhubarb: Rhubarb should be cooked until it is tender but still retains its shape and texture. Overcooking can make the rhubarb mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices and herbs: Rhubarb pairs well with a variety of spices and herbs, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cardamom, and rosemary. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite flavor profile.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: Rhubarb is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from sweet to savory. Be creative and try using it in different recipes, such as pies, cobblers, muffins, and even savory dishes like stir-fries and salads.

Conclusion:

Rhubarb is a unique and delicious ingredient that can be used to create a variety of dishes, from sweet to savory. With its tart flavor and vibrant color, rhubarb is a great way to add a pop of flavor and color to your meals. So, next time you're looking for something new to try, give rhubarb a chance! You won't be disappointed.

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