Making Delicious Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Ingredients You'll Need

Making a tasty cornbread dressing recipe just like grandma used to make starts with the right ingredients. To make this recipe you will need:

• 1 cup margarine
• 2 cups diced celery
• 1 cup diced onion
• 2 tablespoons dried sage
• 2 tablespoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cans (14.5 oz each) chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 oz) package of cornbread stuffing mix
• 1 (15.25 oz) can of creamed corn
• 1 (15.25 oz) can of yellow corn
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions for Preparing the Recipe

To get started, preheat your oven to 375°F. In a large skillet, melt the margarine over medium heat. Add the celery and onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the sage, thyme and pepper and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

In a large bowl, mix together the chicken broth, cornbread stuffing mix, creamed corn, yellow corn, eggs and parsley. Pour the skillet mixture into the bowl and mix until combined.

Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the cornbread dressing mixture into the dish and spread evenly. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Serving Suggestions

Cornbread dressing is a great side dish to serve with grilled chicken, pork chops, or a steak. It also pairs perfectly with a side salad for a light lunch.

Tips for Making Cornbread Dressing

To add an extra layer of flavor to the recipe, you can use a combination of different herbs and spices. Try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or a teaspoon of garlic powder. You can also substitute the margarine for butter or olive oil if desired.

For a vegan version of this recipe, replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth and the eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons of water).

This cornbread dressing recipe is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party. With just a few simple ingredients and instructions you can have a delicious side dish in no time!