Grandma Linda's Thanksgiving Dressing

Bring a cherished holiday tradition to your table with Grandma Linda’s Thanksgiving Dressing, a heartwarming blend of Southern-style cornbread and classic white bread that’s sure to delight. This recipe combines the rich flavor of sautéed onions and celery with fragrant herbs like sage and poultry seasoning, creating a perfectly seasoned dish that’s moist yet slightly crisp on top. The addition of fresh parsley and a buttery base elevates the flavors, while the chicken or turkey broth ties it all together with comforting, savory undertones. Perfectly baked in a 9x13-inch dish, this easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just over an hour and serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. Whether paired with roast turkey or enjoyed on its own, Grandma Linda’s traditional dressing is a nostalgic crowd-pleaser that embodies the spirit of the holidays.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 cups (crumbled) cornbread
• 4 cups (cubed) day-old white bread
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 large (diced) yellow onion
• 4 stalks (diced) celery
• 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 2 large (beaten) eggs
• 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread and cubed white bread. Set aside.

Step 3

3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and celery. Sauté for about 8-10 minutes, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.

Step 4

4. Pour the sautéed onion and celery mixture over the bread mixture in the bowl. Add the chopped parsley, poultry seasoning, dried sage, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

5. Slowly add the chicken or turkey broth, one cup at a time, stirring gently after each addition. The mixture should be moist but not soggy.

Step 6

6. Beat the eggs in a small bowl and then fold them into the bread mixture until evenly distributed.

Step 7

7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Cover loosely with aluminum foil.

Step 8

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.

Step 9

9. Remove from the oven and allow the dressing to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

10. Enjoy Grandma Linda's Thanksgiving Dressing as a comforting side dish at your holiday table!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3224.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5797.7

Total Fat 208.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 24.3g
Cholesterol 897.7mg	0%
Sodium 13052.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 827.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 112.9g
Protein 174.3g	0%

Vitamin D 281.4IU	0%
Calcium 3365.0mg	0%
Iron 43.2mg	0%
Potassium 3735.7mg	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: 31.9%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 56.2%