Festive Vegan Cornbread Dressing
This vegan cornbread dressing is a delicious and hearty side dish that's perfect for any holiday meal. It's made with a combination of crumbled vegan cornbread, sautéed vegetables, black-eyed peas, and fresh herbs. The dressing is baked until it's golden brown and crispy on top. This easy recipe ensures a flavorful and satisfying dish that even non-vegans will love.
The history of cornbread dressing is a long and winding one, dating back to the days of the American Civil War. During the war, soldiers on both sides would often make do with whatever food they could find, and cornbread dressing was a popular way to use up leftover bread. After the war, cornbread dressing became a staple of Southern cuisine, and it is now enjoyed all over the country. Today, cornbread dressing is typically made with a combination of cornbread, vegetables, and meat, but this vegan version is just as delicious and satisfying, and it's perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy a plant-based holiday meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 chopped seeded bell pepper (any color)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup crumbled vegan cornbread
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in black-eyed peas and cook for 1 minute more.
  5. Transfer the vegetable mixture to a large bowl. Stir in cornbread, parsley, and thyme.
  6. Spread the dressing into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dressing is heated through.
  8. Serve warm.
Why It Works
  • The combination of crumbled vegan cornbread and sautéed vegetables gives this dressing a great texture and flavor.
  • The black-eyed peas add a hearty and protein-rich element to the dish.
  • The fresh herbs add a bright and flavorful touch.
  • Baking the dressing until it's golden brown and crispy on top gives it a delicious crust.