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September 10, 2026

Southern Cornbread Stuffing

Southern Cornbread Stuffing
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Savory cornbread stuffing with celery, onion, sage, and herbs for a classic Southern Thanksgiving side.

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Prep 20 min • Cook 40 min • Serves 8

Estimated cost per serving: $1.25
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9×13 Ceramic Baking Dish

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10-Inch Cast Iron Skillet

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups crumbled cornbread
  • 2 cups dried bread cubes
  • 5 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 tsp rubbed sage
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook onion and celery in butter until soft.
  3. Combine cornbread, bread cubes, vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir in broth and beaten eggs until evenly moistened.
  5. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden on top.

Tips for the best results

Use fresh ingredients, taste and adjust seasoning as you cook, and prepare make-ahead components early when possible to keep Thanksgiving day simple.

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