Enticing Cornbread Stuffing Recipe
Experience the warm embrace of homemade cornbread stuffing, a perfect blend of buttery goodness and savory herbs. This dish features crispy edges and soft, fluffy cornbread pieces, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Ideal for holiday celebrations or cozy family dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful culinary masterpiece.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (preferably slightly stale)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Crumble the cornbread into a large mixing bowl.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions and celery until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add sautéed vegetables and fresh herbs to the cornbread mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gradually pour in vegetable broth until the mixture is damp but not soggy.
- Transfer to the baking dish, drizzle remaining melted butter on top, and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg