Cracker Barrel Cornbread Dressing
Bring the taste of the South to your table with this Cracker Barrel Cornbread Dressing, a comforting classic packed with hearty flavors and a moist, golden texture. Made with a delicious blend of crumbled cornbread and day-old bread, this dressing is elevated by sautéed celery and onion for a touch of savory richness. Infused with warm broth, melted butter, and just the right hint of sage, every bite delivers a perfect balance of seasoning and warmth. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any family gathering, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves up to eight hungry guests. Whether served alongside roasted turkey or enjoyed as a standalone side dish, this cornbread dressing is a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (crumbled) Cornbread
- 2 cups (crumbled) Day-old bread
- 1 cup (unsalted, melted) Butter
- 1 cup (diced) Celery
- 1 cup (diced) Onion
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 3 large (beaten) Eggs
- 1 teaspoon (ground, optional) Sage
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread and day-old bread. Set aside.
In a medium skillet, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat. Add the diced celery and onion, and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
Add the sautéed celery and onion to the bowl of bread, and mix to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, beaten eggs, remaining melted butter, sage (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Pour the liquid mixture over the bread mixture and gently toss until fully moistened and evenly combined. The mixture should be damp but not soupy; adjust with extra broth or bread if needed.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dressing is fully set.
Remove from the oven and let the dressing rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cracker Barrel-style Cornbread Dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 267.4 g | 343% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.6 g | 603% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1293 mg | 431% | |
| Sodium | 11112 mg | 483% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.7 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.1 g | ||
| Protein | 117.6 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 2115 mg | 163% | |
| Iron | 38.8 mg | 216% | |
| Potassium | 3085 mg | 66% | |
*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.
