Thanksgiving recipes are passed down for generations, and for good reason: they’re too tasty to forget! Mom’s Cornbread Dressing combines two of the best Thanksgiving sides—sweet, hearty cornbread and earthy, moist dressing—and transforms it into a singular showcase side! Saturated with savory chicken flavors and Thanksgiving sage, it’s a tender accompaniment that brings out the meaty flavors of your main course. Shhh—don’t tell mom that we’re sharing her recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 package dry cornbread mix
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons dried sage
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
Directions
Step 1 –Prepare the dry cornbread mix, following the package instructions. Then cool and crumble the cornbread. Set aside.
Step 2 –Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 3 –Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 4 –In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 5 –Once the butter has melted, sauté the onion and celery until softened.
Step 6 –In a large bowl, combine the onions, celery, eggs, sage, chicken stock, and 3 cups of the crumbled cornbread, mixing well.
Step 7 –Add salt and pepper to taste.
Step 8 –Set the mixture into the prepared baking dish, baking at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Step 9 –Serve warm!