How to Make Sausage and Cornbread Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to holiday meals, one of the most beloved dishes is the classic sausage and cornbread dressing. This savory and satisfying side dish is a staple on Thanksgiving and Christmas tables across the country, and for good reason. With its flavorful combination of sausage, cornbread, herbs, and spices, it's the perfect accompaniment to roasted turkey or baked ham. Plus, it's easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages corn bread mix
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound spicy pork sausage
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 apples, cored and chopped
  • 4 stalks celery, diced
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons rubbed sage
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Bake cornbread according to package directions. Cool and crumble into a large bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sausage until brown and crumbly, remove from the skillet but keep the oil in the pan. Add onions, apples and celery; cook stirring occasionally until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Toss the cooked mixture and the sausage into the bowl with the crumbled cornbread. Stir in the chicken broth and melted butter. Season with parsley, sage, thyme, rosemary salt and pepper. Blend well and press into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    379 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 964mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 174mg