Whether you call it dressing or stuffing, no holiday meal is complete without this essential turkey side dish.

You’ll know it’s ready to come out of the oven when the top is golden brown.

Baked in the oven until golden brown, it’s the ultimate comfort food.

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The tangy bread gives it a heartier twist.

Classic Cornbread Dressing

This classic recipe calls for homemade cornbread.

That might sound like a lot of effort, but it is totally worth it.

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you might also make the cornbread up to two days in advance.

Veggie-Packed Sourdough Stuffing

This veggie- and sourdough-packed dressing just may win everyone over at Thanksgiving this year.

It tastes so good, our Test Kitchen couldn’t even tell it was gluten-free.

Cornbread Dressing

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Cornbread ‘n’ Squash Dressing

Squash casserole and cornbread meet to make your new favorite dressing.

Serve with other holiday favorites like green bean casserole or mac and cheese for an unforgettable meal.

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Southern Living Sourdough Bread Dressing

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Southern Living Stuffing Muffins on a plate to serve

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Southern Cornbread Dressing

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Joanna Gaines Stuffing

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Southern Living Cheesy Scallion Stuffing With Sesame Seeds

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Sausage Stuffing

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Lacey Chabert’s Cornbread Dressing

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Classic Cornbread Dressing

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Southern Living Veggie-Packed Sourdough Dressing in the baking dish ready to serve

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Grits Dressing Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Cornbread Dressing

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