Cornbread dressing is a classic Southern dish often served as a side dish during Thanksgiving and other holiday meals. It’s a flavorful and savory stuffing made primarily from cornbread, along with various seasonings, vegetables, and sometimes meat. Here’s a basic recipe for cornbread dressing:
Ingredients:
For the Cornbread:
- 2 cups cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
For the Dressing:
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (prepared from the above ingredients)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped bell pepper (green or red)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 2 teaspoons dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
