Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
8 unit

Jiffy cornbread mix

Pre-cooked & broken into 1-in pieces

1 lb

andouille sausage

quartered lengthwise & sliced crosswise 1/2 in thick

3 tbsp

unsalted butter

2 unit

onions

coarsely chopped

2 lb

celery

coarsely chopped

8 unit

scallions

white & tender green parts only, coarsely chopped

1 lb

large shrimp

shelled, deveined & halved crosswise

1 tbsp

fresh garlic

minced

1 tbsp

sage

chopped

1 tbsp

thyme

chopped

3 cup

chicken stock

0.5 cup

flat leaf parsley

coarsely chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

fresh ground pepper

1 dash

Tabasco sauce

Step 1
~5 min

Prepare cornbread mix according to package instructions.

Step 2
~5 min

Cut the cooked cornbread into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4
~5 min

Generously butter a 10x15-inch glass or ceramic baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~5 min

Place cornbread pieces in a large bowl.

Step 6
~5 min

In a large, deep skillet, cook the andouille sausage over medium heat until lightly browned and the fat is rendered (about 10 minutes).

Step 7
~5 min

Add the cooked andouille sausage to the cornbread.

Step 8
~5 min

Melt the unsalted butter in the same skillet.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in the onions, celery, and half of the scallions.

Step 10
~5 min

Cook over low heat until softened (about 10 minutes).

Step 11
~5 min

Add the shrimp, minced garlic, chopped sage, and chopped thyme to the skillet.

Step 12
~5 min

Cook, stirring, until the shrimp are just cooked through (about 3 minutes).

Step 13
~5 min

Add the shrimp mixture to the cornbread.

Step 14
~5 min

In the same skillet, bring the chicken stock to a boil.

Step 15
~5 min

Pour the boiling chicken stock over the cornbread mixture and stir well.

Step 16
~5 min

Add the chopped flat-leaf parsley and remaining scallions.

Step 17
~5 min

Season the stuffing with salt, fresh ground pepper, and Tabasco sauce to taste.

Step 18
~5 min

Spread the stuffing evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 19
~5 min

Bake for 1 hour, or until crisp and browned on top.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

Add other vegetables like bell peppers for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a day ahead and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve alongside roasted turkey or chicken.

Accompany with cranberry sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted turkey
Cranberry sauce
Green bean casserole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States (Cajun/Creole)

Cultural Significance

Often served during Thanksgiving and Christmas in the South.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
New Year's

Occasion Tags

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Holiday
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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