Teresa's Recipes
Savory Pinto Bean and Cornbread Stuffing
Dive into a fusion of flavors with this pinto bean and cornbread stuffing. Rich, hearty pinto beans combine with crumbled, golden cornbread and aromatic herbs to create a side dish that's as comforting as it is flavorful. This is a classic Southern dish, with its roots in rural America where cornbread was a staple and beans a plentiful protein. It's a must-have at any Southern-style feast and is sure to impress your guests with its unique twist on traditional stuffing.
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons, divided Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh sage leaves
- 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh parsley
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 stalks, diced Celery
- 1, diced Onion
- 1 cup, cooked and drained Pinto beans
- 4 cups, crumbled Cornbread
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 45g
- Protein: 9g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Sugar: 6g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a large bowl, combine the crumbled cornbread, cooked pinto beans, cooked vegetable mixture, and the chopped herbs. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually pour the vegetable broth over the cornbread mixture, stirring until the mixture is evenly moistened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the stuffing mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle it over the top of the stuffing.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Let the stuffing cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm as a hearty side to your favorite main dishes.