Mom's Cornbread Dressing

Celebrate the comforting flavors of tradition with Mom's Cornbread Dressing—a holiday classic straight from the heart of Southern kitchens. This irresistible side dish combines the perfect balance of crumbly homemade cornbread and tender white bread, enriched with sautéed onions, celery, and a medley of warming spices like poultry seasoning and sage. Gently moistened with savory chicken broth and bound together with eggs, it bakes to golden perfection with a soft, flavorful center and a crispy top. Easy to make ahead and ideal for Thanksgiving or any family gathering, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, honey-glazed ham, or even a vegetarian spread. Bring warmth, nostalgia, and mouthwatering aroma to your table with this timeless recipe for cornbread dressing!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups cornbread
• 4 cups white bread
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Bake or prepare the cornbread a day ahead, then crumble it into a large mixing bowl. Tear the white bread into small pieces and add it to the bowl with the cornbread.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the butter, onion, and celery mixture over the crumbled breads and combine thoroughly.

Step 5

Gradually add the chicken broth to the bread mixture, stirring to ensure it is evenly moistened.

Step 6

Whisk together the eggs in a small bowl, and then mix them into the bread mixture.

Step 7

Season the mixture with poultry seasoning, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2243.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3214.5

Total Fat 171.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.5g
Cholesterol 1011.3mg	0%
Sodium 8371.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 57.3g
Protein 87.4g	0%

Vitamin D 269.5IU	0%
Calcium 1789.4mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 2717.9mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 42.4%