Description
Cornbread and Ham Stuffing with Caramelized Apples and Fennel is a delightful holiday favorite that combines savory cornbread, tender ham, sweet caramelized apples, and aromatic fennel. This comforting dish offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Easy to prepare and customize, it’s sure to impress your guests while creating cherished memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread (about 1 loaf)
- 2 cups diced smoked ham
- 1 cup caramelized apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 cup thinly sliced fennel bulb
- 1 cup diced onion (about 1 large onion)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 2 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 tsp fresh sage
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, celery, and fennel; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in caramelized apples.
- In a large bowl, mix crumbled cornbread and diced ham. Combine sautéed vegetables and herbs. Gradually add chicken broth until moist but not soggy.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top and heated through.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg