Now let’s start by gathering your ingredients for the cornbread. You’ll need the following items:

• 2 cups self-rising cornmeal
• 1 cup self-rising flour
• 1 stick softened butter
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1½ cups buttermilk
• 4 eggs

This is a classic Southern cornbread recipe, and it’s very easy to make.

While the oven is pre-heating to 350˚F, combine the cornmeal and flour in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Then, mix your wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.

Pour the batter into a prepared 13x9x2 casserole dish and bake until golden brown, approximately 25 minutes. Let it cool before crumbling the cornbread into a bowl and setting it aside to be used later in the dressing.

If you prefer, you can use your own favorite cornbread recipe, but it’s important that you not use a sweetened cornbread, as that will drastically change the flavor profile of this dressing.

Once your cornbread is ready, gather the rest of the ingredients for the dressing:

• 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
• 2 sticks butter
• 3 chicken bouillon cubes
• 4-5 stalks chopped celery
• 1 large sweet onion, chopped
• 8 green onions, chopped, using both the white and green parts
• 3 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 3-4 cups chicken stock (you’ll add a bit at a time)
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 4 eggs, lightly beaten

To get started on the dressing, brown the sausage for 5 minutes over medium heat. Then, remove the sausage from the pan, leaving some of the drippings behind.

Add the butter to the pan with the drippings, letting it melt, before adding the chicken bouillon, celery, and sweet onion, cooking until the celery and onion are translucent—this should take around 5 to 10 minutes. Then stir in the green onions, garlic, and parsley, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes.

Now pour the sausage, the veggie mixture, and some of the chicken stock over the cooled cornbread, gently folding so as not to break up the cornbread and sausage further. Continue adding chicken stock until it’s your desired moistness—keep in mind that as it bakes, it will dry out some, so make it a little wetter than you might think. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Then, pull some of the mixture out to combine with the beaten eggs before mixing it all back together. Adding the eggs last ensures you can safely taste the dressing to ensure your seasonings are correct.

Now pour the dressing into a greased 13x9x2 baking dish and bake at 350˚F for 45 to 60 minutes, until the dressing is cooked through. If you’re worried about over-browning, add tinfoil towards the end.

A homemade Southern cornbread dressing with sausage may be a labor of love, but you’ll surely have a table full of thankful guests once they get a scoop of this Southern favorite next to their turkey and taters.

Will you be making a homemade dressing this Thanksgiving? Will you be making this one? Let us know in the comments below!

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You’ll need the following ingredients:

• 4 quarts water
• 1 (10¾-oz) can condensed cream of celery or cream of chicken soup
• 1 teaspoon Paula Deen’s House Seasoning
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 ribs celery, chopped
• 1 (2½-lb) chicken
• 2 cups all-purpose flour mixed with 1 teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup ice water
• 2 tablespoons corn starch (optional)

You’ll start with the homemade chicken broth. Be sure to cut the chicken up, but leave the skin on—you’ll remove the skin and bones later, but in the meantime, they add a lot of flavor! Add the chicken, celery, onion, bay leaves, bouillon, and House Seasoning to a large stock pot with four quarts of water. Cook it at a low boil for 30 to 45 minutes, until the meat starts falling off the bones. At that point, you can remove the skin and bones, along with the bay leaves. Return the skinned and de-boned chicken back to the pot.

While the chicken is boiling, start prepping the dumplings.

Put the flour and salt mixture in a mixing bowl, form a bowl in the flour, and start adding a little dribble of ice water to the center of it. Using your hands, work the water, flour, and salt mixture from the center of the bowl to the sides of the bowl, adding a bit more water at a time until all the flour is incorporated. The batter should feel tough at this point.

Now, start to knead the dough and form it into a ball. Flour your counters or dough board and use a rolling pin to roll it until it’s 1⁄8-inch thick. The dough will be firm, and you should be sure to work from the center when rolling. Set the dough aside to air dry for a few minutes.

Once your dumplings are prepped and you’ve returned the chicken to the pot, you’ll add the condensed soup to the stock pot, letting it continue to boil. It’s your choice whether you prefer cream of celery or cream of chicken soup—both create a thick, creamy, and flavorful base for your chicken & dumplings. At this time, you can decide if you want a thicker stock. If you do, create a slurry by combining the cornstarch with ¼ cup of water. Add this slurry to the stock.

Now, return to your dumpling dough, cutting them into 1-inch-wide strips. Add the dumplings to the pot one at a time to prevent sticking. Do not stir after the dumplings have been added to the pot. Instead, shake the pot gently in a circular motion until the dumplings are submerged.

Cook the dumplings until the dumplings float and are no longer doughy. This should take approximately 3 to 4 minutes, but be sure not to overcook them. Once they’re finished, you’re ready to serve!

Making a Southern chicken and dumplings recipe from scratch is a labor of love, but after just one bite, you’ll realize why it’s worth it!

Of course, that doesn’t mean there aren’t great shortcuts if you really need them. Instead of starting the dumplings from scratch, you can swap out the dough by using 3 cups of Paula Deen Original Recipes Mix combined with 1½ cups of buttermilk. Then roll out the dough and cut into strips. You can also purchase frozen dumplings in most supermarkets if you don’t have time to make them yourself. In fact, even Paula uses frozen dumplings at times!

If you want to see the Queen of Southern Cuisine make her Southern chicken & dumplings recipe for herself, you can watch her here.

Have you tried making Paula’s recipe from scratch or do you employ some shortcuts, like store-bought dumplings? Let us know in the comments below!

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The beauty of a breakfast casserole is its simplicity. You can prepare it the night before, pop it in the oven in the morning, and have a delicious breakfast ready to go—without much fuss. Plus, they’re super customizable, so you can use whatever ingredients you have on hand. Whether you’ve got leftover veggies, a few eggs, or some cheese and sausage in the fridge, you can whip up a casserole that’ll please even the pickiest of eaters.

Not only are breakfast casserole recipes a time-saver, but they also make for an easy way to feed the whole family. With one dish and a little effort, you’ve got a meal that’s warm, comforting, and ready to fuel everyone for the day ahead. So, this back-to-school season, consider making breakfast a little easier with a casserole that’s sure to please. Bonus: it’s one less thing to stress about in the mornings!

Do you have a go-to breakfast casserole recipe to share? Let us know in the comments below!

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With the year winding down, we’re once again recapping our year in food—namely the recipes you loved most through the year! So as we bid farewell to 2024 and usher in 2025, let’s revisit the 10 most popular recipes of 2024 on PaulaDeen.com.

Did your favorite Paula Deen recipe make the list of her most popular of 2024? Are there any surprising upsets or recipes you feel should have made the top 10? Let us know in the comments below!

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First off, let’s talk about how easy they are. With one-pot meals, you don’t have to worry about juggling multiple pots and pans. You just toss all your ingredients into one big ol’ pot (or Dutch oven, casserole dish, or slow cooker), let it simmer, and voilà! You’ve got yourself a scrumptious meal. It’s perfect for those busy fall days when you want to enjoy a hearty dinner without a whole lot of fuss.

Aside from the convenience of cooking them, we certainly can’t neglect talking about the after-dinner mess—or should we say the lack of one? I think we can all agree that none of us have time to suds up a sink full of dishes when there are so many more fun things to do after dinner. With just one pot or dish and maybe a couple of mixing bowls to wash, cleanup is a crisp autumn breeze, y’all!

One-pot meals so often tend to be fall-favorite dishes, like soups and casseroles, so there’s really no better time to enjoy them than now. Whether you’re looking for a sheet pan supper or a hearty bowl of gumbo, these cozy fall dishes fit the bill. Plus, they’re great for sharing. Invite your friends and family over or drop off supper for a meal train—either way, you’re going to make a lot of folks happy with these fall one-pot dinner ideas.

Now that we’ve shared all the reasons we love one-pot recipes (along with 15 of our favorites!), it’s your turn to share—let us know your favorite one-pot fall recipes in the comments below.

Then be sure to grab your favorite pot, gather your ingredients, and celebrate fall with some delicious, no-fuss meals. Happy one-pot cooking, y’all!

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Fall brings a bounty of produce bursting with rich, earthy flavors, including sweet potatoes, apples, butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and a whole lot more. But it’s not just about how these dishes taste—fall side dishes are a feast for the eyes, too, featuring beautiful fall hues, like orange, red, and green.

Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or an elegant holiday feast, there’s a fall side dish to suit every palate and preference. Plus, many of these recipes can be easily customized with your favorite herbs, spices, and seasonal ingredients. And who doesn’t love the cozy aroma of fall spices wafting through the kitchen? From cinnamon and nutmeg to sage and thyme, these fragrant spices add depth and complexity to fall side dishes, turning an ordinary meal into a culinary masterpiece.

Fall side dish recipes are a celebration of everything we love about the season, from the vibrant colors and comforting flavors to the warm, inviting aromas. Grab your apron, head to the kitchen, and let’s savor the deliciousness of fall together!

Which of these fall side dish recipes are you most eager to try? Let us know in the comments below!

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So in celebration of the end of one year and the beginning of the next, we’re once again recapping the 10 most popular recipes of 2023 on PaulaDeen.com. There’s just no better time to reflect on the most-loved recipes of the year!

Were there any surprises in 2023’s top 10? Are you shocked by any recipes that didn’t make the list? Do you see your favorite Paula Deen recipe in our top 10 for 2023? Let us know all that and more in the comments below!

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So to cap off another wonderful year, we’re continuing on with our end-of-year tradition in sharing the 10 most popular recipes of 2022 on PaulaDeen.com. It’s the perfect time of year to reflect on those most-loved recipes of the year, don’t you think?

Were there any surprises in 2022’s top 10? Did your favorite Paula Deen recipe make the top 10 for 2022? Share with us in the comments below!

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Ground beef and rice don’t seem to have a lot in common on the surface, but, think about it—they’re both kitchen staples, universally loved, and will even be eaten by the pickiest of eaters! They have more in common than you would think, right? It’s no wonder they pair so perfectly together! Plus, these two ingredients provide a solid base to just about any recipe because you can prepare them a million and one ways. Let’s add “versatile” to the list of shared qualities, shall we?

Do you have some great ground beef and rice recipes to share? We’d love to hear them! Simply share them in the comments below.

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Ground beef casseroles are perfect for making ahead, sticking in the fridge or freezer, and then baking off when it’s time to eat. Ground beef freezes well, even after it’s cooked, making it a verifiable kitchen staple in most homes. Plus, it’s very versatile. It pairs well with just about every vegetable or starch you can think of, from potatoes and cabbage to rice and pasta, making it a natural fit for casseroles.

Now, if you’re tired of reading and ready to get cooking, check out the collection of ground beef casserole recipes below to add a little inspiration to this week’s dinner menu. Bon appétit, y’all!

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