Christmas Dressing

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This recipe has been passed down from my grandmother and we cook it each Thanksgiving and Christmas. There isn't any sage in it, but it could easily be added.

I have made the dressing the night before and put in the refrigerator overnight. You will need to add additional broth if you do this.

Christmas Dressing

3 boxes Stove Top Cornbread Dressing
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
3 T. butter melted
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1 pound ground sausage (I prefer Jimmy Dean regular)
1 can chicken broth (may need to use a little more)

Saute celery, green pepper, and onions in 3 T. butter. Cook until tender. Brown 1 lb. sausage and drain on paper towels. Place 3/4 cup cubed butter, saute vegetables, and seasoning packages from cornbread dressing in 9x13 inch baking dish.

Add 4-1/4 cups HOT water. Stir just to blend and partially melt the butter. Add crumb packages and sausage. Stir to moisten.

Pour a chicken broth over top to moisten.

Bake uncovered at 400 degrees for 30-45 minutes. May take longer. Look for dressing to appear set and browned on top.

Hope you like it.