Bacon Cornbread Stuffing
A savory Bacon Cornbread Stuffing made with dried cornbread and white bread, crisp bacon, aromatics, fresh herbs, eggs, and chicken broth, baked until golden and flavorful—perfect for holidays or special meals.
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Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 pan cornbread 8-inch square, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 8 slices white sandwich bread cut into ½-inch cubes
- 4 slices bacon cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 small yellow onion finely diced
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage leaves
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 2¾ cups chicken broth use gradually
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Coarse salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Bread
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread the cubed cornbread and white bread evenly over two rimmed baking sheets. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the bread is dry and lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Cook the Bacon and Aromatics
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp and the fat has rendered, about 5 minutes. Add the diced onion, celery, and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and translucent, approximately 4 minutes. Stir in the chopped sage, then remove from heat.
Combine the Ingredients
- Transfer the bacon and vegetable mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the dried cornbread and white bread cubes, beaten eggs, chopped parsley, 1½ teaspoons salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Gradually add 2 cups of chicken broth and gently toss until evenly combined. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes, then toss again. If the mixture appears too dry, add the remaining ½ cup of broth as needed.
Bake the Stuffing
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake uncovered for 25–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the stuffing is heated through.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the cornbread and white bread with certified gluten-free cornbread and gluten-free sandwich bread. Ensure the chicken broth and bacon are labeled gluten-free, as some brands may contain additives with gluten.