Cornbread stuffing

Cornbread stuffing is a holiday staple in many American households. This dish can be traced back to the early days of the American colonies. At that time, corn was one of the few crops that could be grown in the new world and it quickly became a staple food. Cornbread was a common dish, and it is thought that the first stuffing recipes were created as a way to use up leftover cornbread.

These early stuffing recipes were likely very simple, made with just a few ingredients like chopped onions and herbs. Over time, the dish evolved and more ingredients were added. Today, there are countless recipes for cornbread stuffing, all with their own unique flavor.

Whether you like your stuffing sweet or savory, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you sit down to enjoy a holiday meal, take a moment to appreciate the history of this delicious dish.

Advice

When making cornbread stuffing, it is important to remember that the quality of the cornbread itself will be essential in determining the overall flavor of the stuffing. Be sure to choose a cornbread recipe that you like and make it with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Additionally, you can add different herbs and spices to the cornbread mix to give the stuffing more flavor. When it comes time to stuff the bird, make sure to add enough liquid to the mixture, as this will help keep the stuffing moist as it bakes. Finally, don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to find the perfect combination that suits you and your family's tastes.

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Recipes

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Savory Cornbread Stuffing

  • CORNBREAD AND SAGE STUFFING
  • cornbread double batch
  • pepper
  • salt
  • thyme
  • onion
  • parsley
  • milk
  • olive oil
  • sage
  • butter separately
  • garlic
  • celery
  • CORNBREAD
  • yogurt
  • yellow cornmeal
  • baking powder
  • honey
  • all purpose flour
  • milk
  • baking soda
  • egg
  • butter
  • salt
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Gluten-Free Apple-Pecan Cornbread Stuffing

  • STUFFING
  • pepper
  • salt
  • granny smith apple
  • onion
  • pecan
  • olive oil
  • herb
  • celery
  • double corn cornbread
  • DOUBLE CORN CORNBREAD
  • corn
  • cornmeal
  • rice milk
  • gluten-free flour
  • apple cider vinegar
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • sugar
  • vegetable oil
  • egg
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Andouille Cornbread Stuffing

  • creole spice enclosed
  • salt
  • day cornbread
  • garlic
  • olive oil
  • green onion
  • onion
  • celery
  • bell pepper
  • bell pepper
  • chicken stock
  • andouille sausage
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Chorizo and Cornbread Stuffing

  • cotija cheese
  • aaron chorizo
  • ground beef
  • ground pork
  • salt
  • butter
  • black pepper
  • canela
  • star anise
  • sugar
  • celery
  • carrot
  • onion
  • ancho chile
  • clove
  • cilantro
  • white wine
  • chicken stock
  • white wine vinegar
  • cornbread
  • oregano
  • garlic
  • garlic
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Cornbread Stuffing

  • salt
  • chicken stock
  • onion
  • mushroom
  • pork sausage
  • cherry
  • heavy cream
  • parsley
  • parsnip
  • cornbread
  • sage
  • carrot
  • garlic
  • egg
  • olive oil
  • celery
  • butter

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
onion
butter
celery
egg
sage
garlic
chicken stock
cornbread
thyme
olive oil
parsley
black pepper
pepper
heavy cream
bell pepper
baking soda
cornmeal muffin
green onion
turkey stock
white wine
carrot
cilantro
chicken broth
yellow cornmeal
baking powder
honey
milk
stale cornbread
cotija cheese
chorizo
apple cider vinegar
sugar
vegetable oil
mushroom
rosemary
bacon
andouille sausage
cornbread double batch
yogurt
all purpose flour
butter separately
cheddar cheese
turkey
parmesan cheese
cayenne pepper
breakfast sausage
thai chile
corn nut
corn
cornmeal
rice milk
gluten-free flour
granny smith apple
pecan
herb
double corn cornbread
tuscan kale
buttermilk
vegetable broth
corn bread
wheat bread
buttermilk cornbread
hot
red pepper flake
collard green
gluten savory herb
gluten cornbread
gluten bread
creole spice enclosed
day cornbread
kale
stale potato bread
aaron chorizo
ground beef
ground pork
canela
star anise
ancho chile
clove
white wine vinegar
oregano
cornbread stuffing
leek
oyster
tasso ham
jalapeño
pork sausage
cherry
parsnip

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • onion

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 76%
  • onion 71%

Common Ingredients

  • butter 62%
  • celery 62%
  • egg 57%

Usual Ingredients

  • sage 43%
  • garlic 38%
  • chicken stock 33%
  • olive oil 29%

Rarey Ingredients

  • black pepper 24%
  • cornbread 24%
  • thyme 24%