Cornbread Dressing Recipe from Ebony Magazine

Transform your holiday table into a celebration of comforting Southern flavors with this Cornbread Dressing Recipe from *Ebony Magazine*. This crowd-pleasing classic features a mouthwatering blend of crumbled cornbread, stale white bread, and aromatic sautéed onions and celery, all brought together with a flavorful medley of fresh sage, dried thyme, and rich chicken broth. Baked to golden perfection, this moist and savory dressing is the perfect companion to turkey, gravy, or your favorite holiday mains. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this dish is a must-make for those seeking a taste of tradition that’s both nostalgic and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving or any special gathering, this recipe will leave your guests asking for more! Perfect for big meals, this recipe serves up to 8 and can easily become a new family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 cups (crumbled) Cornbread
• 3 cups (crumbled) Stale white bread
• 1 cup (melted) Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups (diced) Onion
• 1 cup (diced) Celery
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 whole Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons (chopped) Fresh sage
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (optional, for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with vegetable oil or butter, if desired.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread and stale white bread.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the sautéed vegetables and melted butter over the cornbread mixture. Mix gently to combine.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, eggs, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Slowly pour the liquid mixture over the cornbread mixture, stirring gently until the mixture is moist but not too wet. Adjust the amount of broth as needed based on the texture.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dressing is set.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy with your favorite turkey or gravy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3204.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6179.6

Total Fat 311.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.4g
Cholesterol 1147.9mg	0%
Sodium 12329.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 720.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.1g	0%
Total Sugars 112.4g
Protein 141.7g	0%

Vitamin D 279.4IU	0%
Calcium 2966.9mg	0%
Iron 49.5mg	0%
Potassium 3721.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 46.1%