19+ Simple Cornbread Dressing Recipe Thanksgiving Try These Culinary Delights!

Ingredients

Dressing:

• 1 (8-inch) skillet of cornbread, crumbled
• 4 cups of stale white bread, cubed
• 1 cup of celery, diced
• 1 cup of onion, diced
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• 1/2 cup of butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons of dried sage
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

Gravy:

• 1/4 cup of butter
• 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 cups of chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

Instructions

Dressing:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, stale bread cubes, celery, and onion.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the chicken broth, melted butter, eggs, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Transfer the dressing mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

Gravy:

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the flour and whisk until well combined.
3. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
4. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 5-7 minutes, until thickened.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble

1. Serve the dressing hot with the gravy on top.
2. Garnish with fresh herbs for added flavor and presentation.

There you have it, a simple cornbread dressing recipe that will make your Thanksgiving dinner extra special. This dish is full of traditional flavors and can be easily customized to your liking. Add in some cranberries or chopped pecans for a sweet and crunchy twist, or mix in some cooked sausage for a heartier version. No matter how you make it, this cornbread dressing is sure to be a hit at your holiday table. Happy Thanksgiving!