Old Fashioned Cornbread Dressing Recipe

old fashioned cornbread dressing is an herbed dressing. Mixed with celery and onions, the cornbread dressing is a baked to prepare and is combined with added buttermilk and eggs. Cooked in the oven, it can be used for poultry or meats of choice.

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineMethod
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Cornmeal2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Baking powder2 Teaspoon
 Baking soda1 Teaspoon
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Eggs2 , beaten
 Buttermilk2 Cup (16 tbs)
 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, melted
 Celery stalks3 , chopped
 Onion1 Medium, chopped
 Butter/Margarine1/3 Cup (16 tbs), melted
 12 slices day old bread, crumbled
 2 to 2 1/2 cups turkey or chicken broth
 Milk1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt1/4 Teaspoon
 Poultry seasoning1 Teaspoon
 Sage1/2 Teaspoon, rubbed
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon

Directions

Combine cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl add 2 eggs, buttermilk, and melted bacon drippings, stirring well.
Place a well greased 10 inch cast iron skillet in a 450° oven for 4 minutes or until hot.
Remove skillet from oven; spoon batter into skillet.
Bake at 450° for 35 minutes or until cornbread is lightly browned.
Cool; crumble cornbread into a large bowl.
Saute celery and onion in butter until tender.
Add sauteed vegetables and remaining ingredients to crumbled corn bread, stirring well.
Spoon dressing into a lightly greased 13 x 9 x 2 inch pan.
Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes.
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