Description
Mama’s Cornbread Dressing is a Southern classic that transforms cornbread, sautéed veggies, and cozy spices into a golden, buttery, and comforting holiday favorite. Ideal for Thanksgiving or Sunday suppers, it offers nostalgic flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
2 cups crumbled day-old cornbread
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 ½ cups chicken broth, low sodium
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
6 tablespoons salted butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. If not using pre-made cornbread, bake and let it cool overnight. Crumble it into a large bowl.
3. In a sauté pan, melt butter. Add onion and celery. Cook for 8–10 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute.
4. Add sautéed veggies, poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, and beaten eggs to the cornbread.
5. Slowly pour in chicken broth, mixing gently until moistened but not soggy.
6. Transfer mixture to the baking dish. Spread evenly.
7. Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
Notes
Use day-old cornbread for the best texture—it holds up better to moisture.
Don’t overmix! Gently fold ingredients to keep the dressing fluffy.
For added richness, stir in ½ cup of cooked sausage or chopped giblets before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: cornbread dressing, southern dressing, thanksgiving side