Description
Mama’s Cornbread Dressing is a rich and savory Southern classic made with crumbled cornbread, sautéed vegetables, herbs, and a golden crispy top. Perfect for holidays or comforting weeknight dinners, it’s flavorful, moist inside, and crunchy on the edges—just like mama made it.
Ingredients
4 cups cornbread, crumbled and slightly dried out
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup yellow onion, chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 ½ cups chicken or turkey broth
2 large eggs
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (optional)
2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup sweet corn (optional)
Instructions
1. Bake your cornbread one day in advance to let it dry slightly. If using a boxed mix, follow package directions and allow to cool overnight.
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add celery and onions. Cook for 8–10 minutes, until soft and fragrant.
3. Crumble the cornbread into a large mixing bowl. Add sautéed veggies, herbs, and optional corn. Toss gently to combine.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together broth, eggs, and cream of chicken soup (if using).
5. Pour the liquid mixture over the cornbread blend. Stir gently. It should be moist but not soupy—add more broth if needed.
6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the dressing evenly.
7. Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Let the cornbread dry out overnight to avoid a soggy texture.
Fresh herbs make a huge difference in flavor—don’t skip them if you can help it.
If the top is browning too quickly during baking, loosely cover with foil for the last 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Southern dressing, Thanksgiving sides, cornbread stuffing