Cornbread and Sausage Dressing Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

This Cornbread and Sausage Dressing recipe is a classic Thanksgiving dish that combines the rich flavors of cornbread with savory sausage. It’s a perfect side dish to complement your holiday turkey or chicken.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient addition to your Thanksgiving menu.

Delicious Cornbread and Sausage Dressing

This dressing features crumbled cornbread mixed with cooked sausage, onions, celery, and herbs, creating a flavorful and hearty side dish. The preparation takes about 45 minutes and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

4 cups crumbled cornbread (store-bought or homemade)
1 pound breakfast sausage, casings removed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 large eggs, beaten
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add butter, onion, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Add Broth and Eggs: Pour in the chicken broth and beaten eggs, stirring until everything is well combined.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dressing is set.
Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.