Ingredients
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For the Cornbread:
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the Dressing:
- 4 cups cubed butternut squash (or acorn squash)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
Prepare the Cornbread
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish or skillet.
- Mix the Cornbread Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter, stirring until well combined.
- Bake the Cornbread: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool before crumbling.
Roast the Squash
- Prepare Squash: Toss the cubed squash with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
Assemble the Dressing
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and celery, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, crumble the cornbread. Add the roasted squash, sautéed vegetables, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Moisten with Broth: Gradually stir in the broth until the mixture is moistened but not too wet.
- Bake the Dressing: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until golden on top and heated through.
- Prep Time: 30 min.
- Cook Time: 45 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10 servings
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g