MAKEOVER BEST CORNBREAD DRESSING

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This cornbread truly has a full-flavored rustic feel that will be the perfect accompaniment to your delicious turkey dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

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Ingredients

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup fat-free milk
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
DRESSING:
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup reduced-fat butter
6 cups cubed day-old bread (1/2-inch cubes)
2 large eggs, beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/4 to 2-3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Combine the egg, milk, oil and applesauce; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Transfer to a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. , Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Place cubed bread on baking sheets; bake for 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut cornbread into 1/2-in. cubes; set aside. , In a large skillet, saute the celery, onion and pecans in butter until vegetables are tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the cornbread, cubed bread, eggs, seasonings and enough broth to reach desired moistness (about 2-1/2 cups)., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 8-10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160° and top is lightly browned.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

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Maria Robles

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This dressing is simply delicious. It's the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.

Cornielia Dawson

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This is my go-to cornbread dressing recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.

Malik sami

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This dressing is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use leftover cornbread.

Jennifer Brandt

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I've been making this dressing for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.

romactgms ms

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This is the best cornbread dressing recipe ever!

Sanower Rahman

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I made this dressing for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.

Abdullah Meher

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This dressing is a must-have for any Thanksgiving dinner. It's always a hit with my guests.

nicks stuff

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I'm not a huge fan of cornbread, but this dressing was delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and it was the perfect side dish for our roasted chicken.