How to Make Donna's Cornbread, Sausage and Jalapeno Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Donna's Cornbread, Sausage and Jalapeno Dressing is a delicious and unique take on the classic Thanksgiving side dish. This recipe combines the rich, savory flavors of sausage and cornbread with the spicy kick of jalapenos, creating a dressing that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're serving it alongside a roast turkey or as a standalone dish, this dressing is guaranteed to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup butter, divided
  • 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped onion
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
  • ½ pound spicy Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 1 (6 ounce) package cornbread stuffing mix
  • 3 cups dry bread crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups warm chicken stock
  • 1 egg, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9x9-inch pan.
  • In a heavy skillet, melt 8 tablespoons butter over low heat. Saute the onion and peppers until soft. Place sausage in skillet; crumble and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Combine sausage mixture with stuffing mix, bread crumbs, chicken stock, egg, and salt and pepper. Mix well, and transfer dressing to prepared pan. Dot with remaining butter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    410 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 1194mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 90mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 222mg