Old Fashioned Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Name: Old Fashioned Cornbread Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 - 3 1/2 cups cornbread cubes (not Jiffy, used your favorite recipe but double the eggs called for in the recipe); 1/2 loaf French bread, pulsed in the food processor; 8 -10 ounces pepperidge farm herb seasoned stuffing mix; 1/3 cup grated carrot; 1/2 cup finely chopped green onion; 1/4 cup finely diced green pepper; 1/4 cup finely diced celery; 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans; 1 cup cream-style corn; 1 tablespoon dried parsley or 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; 1/2 teaspoon sage; 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning; 3 -4 eggs; 1/2 cup melted butter, divided; 2 - 2 1/2 cups chicken broth

Servings: persons

3 - 3 1/2 cups cornbread cubes (not Jiffy, used your favorite recipe but double the eggs called for in the recipe)
1/2 loaf French bread, pulsed in the food processor
8 -10 ounces pepperidge farm herb seasoned stuffing mix
1/3 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
1/4 cup finely diced green pepper
1/4 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1 cup cream-style corn
1 tablespoon dried parsley or 1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper seasoning
3 -4 eggs
1/2 cup melted butter, divided
2 - 2 1/2 cups chicken broth

1
Grease a 4-quart casserold dish; set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
3
In large mixing bowl, add all ingredients except the raw eggs, melted butter and chicken broth. Toss to mix well.
4
Add the raw eggs, 1/4 cup of the melted butter and chicken broth. Knead together until mixture holds together.
5
Turn into greased casserole dish and pat top to smooth.
6
Poor remaining 1/4 cup melted butter over top.
7
Cover and bake in preheated overn for 1 hour.
8
Remove from oven, uncover and let sit for 10 minutes before serving. Do not overcook or dressing will dry out.

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 3 - 3 1/2 cups cornbread cubes (not Jiffy, used your favorite recipe but double the eggs called for in the recipe), 1/2 loaf French bread, pulsed in the food processor, 8 -10 ounces pepperidge farm herb seasoned stuffing mix, 1/3 cup grated carrot, and more.

Yes, Old Fashioned Cornbread Dressing falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Old Fashioned Cornbread Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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