Mother'S Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Name: Mother'S Cornbread Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large onions, chopped; 2 bell peppers, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp. Crisco; gizzard and turkey liver, grind separately; 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 bunch (about 6) chives; 1/4 c. parsley; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1 tsp. sage; 1 recipe cornbread, ground; 6 Tbsp. melted butter; 2 c. water; 1/4 c. brandy; 1 c. nuts, chopped

Servings: persons

2 large onions, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. Crisco
gizzard and turkey liver, grind separately
1/2 lb. ground beef
1 bunch (about 6) chives
1/4 c. parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. sage
1 recipe cornbread, ground
6 Tbsp. melted butter
2 c. water
1/4 c. brandy
1 c. nuts, chopped

1
Brown onions, peppers, celery and garlic in Crisco in pot.
2
Add ground gizzard, liver and ground beef.
3
Cook well.
4
Add chopped chives, salt, pepper and sage.
5
Add ground corn bread (recipe follows).
6
Moisten dressing with butter, water and brandy.
7
Correct seasoning and add nuts.
8
9 1/2 cups.
9
Allow 1 cup dressing per pound of fowl.
10
Stuff loosely into bird to allow for expansion. If you bake separately, place in a 350u00b0 oven for 40 to 45 minutes.

367

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large onions, chopped, 2 bell peppers, chopped, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Mother'S Cornbread Dressing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mother'S Cornbread Dressing

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Variations & substitutions

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