Best 5 Mommas Cornbread Dressing Recipes

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In search of a dish that exudes comfort and warmth, look no further than momma's cornbread dressing. This beloved side dish is a staple of Southern cuisine, often gracing the tables during family gatherings and holiday feasts. With its moist and savory stuffing enveloped in a golden-brown crust, cornbread dressing is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a recipe with a twist, this article will guide you in creating the perfect cornbread dressing that will transport you to the heart of Southern hospitality.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MOMMA'S CORNBREAD DRESSING



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A pure country, Texas-style cornbread dressing.

Provided by Sherry Wisdom

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Cornbread Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (16 ounce) packages dry corn bread mix
1 onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 bunch celery, chopped
6 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups turkey stock
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare cornbread according to directions on package. Cool and crumble. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the crumbled corn bread, onion, garlic, celery and eggs. Gently stir. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and sage.
  • Add the chicken and turkey broth 1 cup at a time until the cornbread becomes moist but not wet.
  • Place stuffing into a Dutch oven or loosely pack into a turkey. Bake for 1 hour or until stuffing reaches a temperature of 175 degrees F (80 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 79.4 g, Cholesterol 164.4 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 2463.6 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

MAMA'S SOUTHERN CORNBREAD DRESSING



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I grew up on mama's cornbread dressing. I have come across many cornbread dressing recipes; however, this is still the best. This stuffing has cubes of cornbread with the addition of onions, celery, eggs, and stock. It's the perfect Southern souffle!

Provided by Mary Lynne Williams

Time 1h35m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups crumbled cornbread
4 cups cubed stale bread
1 cup butter, melted
2 large onions, chopped
1 ½ cups chopped celery
2 cups turkey broth, or as needed
1 ½ cups chopped cooked turkey
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
¼ cup chopped, cooked turkey giblets
4 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
4 tablespoons self-rising flour
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage, or to taste
2 large bay leaves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9x13-inch baking dishes.
  • Combine cornbread and stale bread cubes in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery and cook until transparent, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour onion mixture over the cornbread mixture. Add turkey broth, chopped turkey, soup, giblets, hard-cooked eggs, and flour. Mix so that all the cornbread is wet. Mix in parsley, sage, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Add beaten eggs. Mixture should be "soupy." Pour mixture evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and set, 1 hour to 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 174 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 850.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

GRANDMA'S CORNBREAD DRESSING



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Growing up, we didn't have turkey. We had chicken, chopped and baked in my grandmother's dressing. Now we leave out the chicken and keep the cornbread dressing. -Suzanne Mohme, Bastrop, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup canola oil
DRESSING:
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 large eggs
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and buttermilk. Pour oil into an 8-in. ovenproof skillet; place skillet in oven 4 minutes., Meanwhile, add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture; stir just until moistened., Carefully tilt and rotate skillet to coat bottom with oil; add batter. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., Reduce oven setting to 350°. For dressing, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Coarsely crumble cornbread into skillet; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk eggs, condensed soup and seasonings; stir into bread mixture. Stir in broth., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 45-55 minutes or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MOM'S CORNBREAD DRESSING



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This is my mom's recipe. We all love this dressing and everyone asks for the recipe when we serve it.

Provided by Nicole Brummett

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h45m

Yield 1 lg. pan

Number Of Ingredients 8

pre-made cornbread, crumbled up (1 pan, any way you like to make it)
1 1/2 cups finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
3 eggs, beaten
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth (1-2 cans)
salt
pepper
ground sage

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Mix cornbread, celery, onion, eggs and 1 can of broth together.
  • Add salt, pepper and sage to taste.
  • Bake at 350° for 30-45 minutes or until done.
  • Half way through cooking check moisture; slowly add other can of broth if needed.

MAMA'S SOUTHERN STYLE CORNBREAD DRESSING



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This was something I always looked forward to during the holidays. I don't know why Mama only made it, then! I've broken that tradition by making it anytime I get hungry for it. However, when it's stuffed inside of the turkey, it's even better! I hope you enjoy! :)

Provided by Irishcolleen

Categories     Christmas

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Mexican cornbread mix
3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, diced (about half of a large onion)
3 stalks celery, diced
1 medium bell pepper, diced
1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced (optional)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 slices toast
1 chicken breast, baked and shredded
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3 -4 cups chicken or 3 -4 cups turkey broth
poultry seasoning and cayenne pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare cornbread as package directs. I use a Mexican Cornbread mix. Don't use one that contains sugar.
  • When your cornbread has cooled, break it and the toast into a large bowl.
  • Sauté onions, celery, and green bell pepper, optional red bell pepper, and garlic in butter until onions are transparent.
  • Add the shredded chicken and the sautéed veggies into the cornbread mixture. Use your hands to really mix it up.
  • Add poultry seasoning and cayenne pepper, mixing well.
  • Add in the broth a little at a time. Add in just enough to make it thick and somewhat soupy. Mix, well.
  • Give it a taste. It should taste exactly the way you want your dressing to taste. If it needs more spices add them here.
  • When you are content with the taste, stir in the eggs.
  • Pour into a buttered 9 X 13 casserole dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.4, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 61.9, Sodium 124.4, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 5.9

Tips:

  • Use stale cornbread. Stale cornbread is less likely to crumble when mixed with the other ingredients, and it will also help to absorb the flavors of the dressing.
  • Don't overmix the dressing. Overmixing will make the dressing dense and tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Use a variety of herbs and spices. This will give the dressing more flavor. Some good options include sage, thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
  • Don't skimp on the butter. Butter adds richness and flavor to the dressing. Use at least 1/2 cup of butter, and more if you like.
  • Bake the dressing until it is golden brown. This will give it a crispy crust and a delicious flavor.

Conclusion:

Cornbread dressing is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a cornbread dressing that will be the star of your next meal.

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