Apple Pecan Cornbread Dressing

This Apple Pecan Cornbread Dressing is the perfect side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. With a delightful combination of flavors including apples, pecans, and cornbread, this dressing is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The sweet and savory flavors come together beautifully, creating a dish that will leave your guests wanting more. Plus, it's easy to make and can be prepared in just under an hour. Serve this delicious dressing alongside your turkey and enjoy the compliments!

Ingredients

• 1 batch of cornbread, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 apples, peeled and diced
• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the apples and pecans to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
6. Add the crumbled cornbread to the bowl and mix well.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, beaten eggs, salt, pepper, sage, and thyme.
8. Pour the broth mixture over the cornbread mixture and stir to combine.
9. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on top.
11. Serve warm and enjoy!

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