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Baby's Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing Recipe

A cherished Southern tradition passed down through generations! This moist and flavorful cornbread dressing recipe is inspired by a family secret, where the magic lies in the 'eye' and 'taste' method. Get ready to create a Thanksgiving masterpiece, just like Grandma used to make. While the measurements are approximate, the result is always delicious. Perfect as a side dish or elevated to a complete meal by adding cooked chicken or turkey. This recipe is for those adventurous cooks who embrace the art of culinary intuition!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 373.4 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baby's Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing

  • 4 large buttermilk biscuits
  • 2 to 3 (10.75 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 6 cups cornbread, crumbled
  • salt (quantity not specified)
  • pepper (quantity not specified)
  • seasoning (quantity not specified)
  • gravy (not an ingredient in this dressing recipe)
  • 2 cups cooked, cubed chicken or turkey (optional)

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How to Make Baby's Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing

  1. Sauté 1 medium onion and 2 celery stalks, chopped, in 2 (10.75 ounce) cans of chicken broth until tender (about 8-10 minutes).
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter and 1 (10.75 ounce) can of condensed cream of chicken soup.
  3. Stir until butter and soup are completely melted and remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, crumble 6 cups of cornbread and 4 large buttermilk biscuits.
  5. Add 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, and 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
  6. Gently toss to combine all dry ingredients.
  7. Pour the warm broth mixture over the crumb mixture.
  8. Use your hands to gently mash and combine the ingredients until evenly moistened.
  9. Gradually add more broth (up to 1 (10.75 ounce) can), a little at a time, until the dressing is moist but not soggy.
  10. The amount of broth needed will depend on the type of cornbread and biscuits used.
  11. Pour the dressing into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  12. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-60 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  13. For a complete one-dish meal, layer in 2 cups of cooked, cubed chicken or turkey before baking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

46g

Carbs

10g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Sweets & Sides Side Dishes The Americas American Southern Fall Recipes Holiday Recipes Baking

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Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Stuffings Dressings Side Dishes American Southern United States Easy Holiday Event Thanksgiving 4 Hours Or Less