Excellent Cornbread Stuffing
Transform your holiday table with this "Excellent Cornbread Stuffing," a savory side dish that's bursting with warm, comforting flavors. Made with buttery, toasted cubes of cornbread and elevated by aromatic fresh sage and thyme, this stuffing offers a balance of rich and herby notes in every bite. Sautéed onions, celery, and garlic provide a classic foundation, while chicken or vegetable broth and lightly beaten eggs create the perfect moist-yet-fluffy texture. Baked until beautifully golden, this easy-to-make recipe is a true crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with turkey, roasted vegetables, or any festive main course. Whether you're crafting the ultimate Thanksgiving dinner or looking for a cozy accompaniment to a family meal, this cornbread stuffing promises to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups cornbread, cubed and toasted
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spread the cubed cornbread on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until lightly crispy. Remove and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and celery and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, fresh sage, and thyme, and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted cornbread, sautéed vegetable mixture, and chopped parsley.
Add the chicken or vegetable broth gradually, tossing gently to moisten the cornbread. The mixture should be moist but not soggy.
Whisk the lightly beaten eggs with salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the stuffing and gently fold until evenly incorporated.
Transfer the stuffing mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the oven for 25 minutes. Then, uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Remove the stuffing from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 339.5 g | 435% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.6 g | 548% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1198 mg | 399% | |
| Sodium | 15784 mg | 686% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1306.7 g | 475% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.8 g | 249% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.2 g | ||
| Protein | 147.9 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2788 mg | 214% | |
| Iron | 35.8 mg | 199% | |
| Potassium | 4115 mg | 88% | |
*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.
