Cornbread Dressing with Sage (Print Version)

Savory cornbread, fresh vegetables, and herbs come together in this golden, flavorful southern-style casserole.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 cups crumbled cornbread
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 small onion, diced
04 - 1/2 cup chopped celery
05 - 2 large eggs, beaten
06 - 2 cups chicken stock
07 - 1 tablespoon dried sage
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Ground black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 7×11-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the crumbled cornbread into a large mixing bowl.
03 - Melt butter over medium heat in a skillet. Add diced onion and chopped celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
04 - Transfer sautéed onion and celery to the bowl with the cornbread. Add beaten eggs, chicken stock, dried sage, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
05 - Spread the prepared mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
07 - Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure the cornbread is completely cooled before crumbling to prevent a mushy texture.