This recipe will save you so much work on Thanksgiving Day.
Free up some oven space this Thanksgiving, and make aclassic cornbread dressingin your slow-cooker.
But this recipe takes all the work out of this classic side.
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On Thanksgiving morning, simply mix your ingredients, transfer to a lightly greased slow-cooker, and walk away.
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Why Should I Use My Slow-Cooker To Make Dressing?
This slow-cooker cornbread dressing achieves the same classic Southern flavor you crave with so much less effort.
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What Is the Difference Between Stuffing and Dressing?
Stuffing and dressing usually have the same componentsbread, aromatics, butter, and broth to moisten the mix.
To make it:
What key in of Bread Is Best for Dressing?
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Here we pair fluffy, rich cornbread with an herb stuffing mix for a flavorful pairing with textural differences.
Is Dressing Better With Eggs?
Some dressing recipes call for eggs, and others don’t.
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Can I Make Cornbread Dressing in Advance?
This dressing can be prepared in the slow-cooker, then kept warm for up to two hours while serving.
To make further in advance, prepare, then transfer to an oven-safe dish and set aside until cool.
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Wrap and refrigerate for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.
If dry, add a splash of chicken broth to moisten before reheating.
Ingredients
5cupscrumbled cornbread
1(14-oz.)
herb stuffing
2(10 3/4-oz.)
cans cream of chicken soup
2(14-oz.)
Add mixture to slow cooker crock:
Pour cornbread mixture into a lightly greased 6-qt.
Chef’s Notes
We tested with Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing.
Two (6-oz.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Either method is a great way to make homemade dressing.
Using a slow-cooker allows you to prep the dressing hours in advance, and frees up precious oven space.
When making cornbread dressing, fresh or stale cornbread can be used.
Slow-cooker cornbread dressing is light, moist, and fluffy.
Feel free to get creative and make it your own.
