Bread, stuffing, cornbread, dry mix
Whole food · Baked Products
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This dry mix is a crumbly, savory base for classic stuffing, offering a distinct cornbread flavor with a slightly sweet, earthy aroma. It transforms into a fluffy, moist side dish when combined with broth and seasonings. Nutritionally, it's a surprisingly high-fiber, high-carb option, though it's best enjoyed as part of a balanced meal.
Calorie split: 10% protein · 80% carbs · 10% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its nostalgic, comforting flavor that evokes holiday gatherings and home cooking. Its versatility allows it to be a standalone side or a flavorful carrier for herbs, vegetables, and meats.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate content can cause blood sugar spikes, especially for those managing diabetes. To counteract this, pair it with a protein like turkey or a healthy fat like olive oil, and practice portion control. Some mixes are also high in sodium, so check labels and rinse if necessary.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber (14.3g per 100g)
- Provides a substantial energy boost from complex carbohydrates
- Quick and convenient base for homemade stuffing
- Can be a good source of B vitamins from cornmeal
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'dressing' is often used interchangeably with 'stuffing' in the American South, but traditionally, 'dressing' was baked in a separate pan, while 'stuffing' was cooked inside the bird.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 4.6 g |
| Energy | 389 kcal |
| Energy | 1628 kj |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.2 g |
| Ash | 4.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 76.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 14.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 78.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 44.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 113 mg |
| Potassium, K | 204 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1429 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.75 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.23 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.53 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 29.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.51 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.35 mg |
| Niacin | 4.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.28 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 mg |
| Folate, total | 175 ug |
| Folic acid | 133 ug |
| Folate, food | 42.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 269 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.01 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 8.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 157 iu |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.92 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.62 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.28 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.7 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.6 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.10 g |
| Threonine | 0.32 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.36 g |
| Leucine | 0.87 g |
| Lysine | 0.28 g |
| Methionine | 0.19 g |
| Cystine | 0.20 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.50 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.34 g |
| Valine | 0.45 g |
| Arginine | 0.44 g |
| Histidine | 0.25 g |
| Alanine | 0.48 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.55 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.7 g |
| Glycine | 0.38 g |
| Proline | 1.0 g |
| Serine | 0.49 g |
FAQ
What is the difference between stuffing and dressing?
Traditionally, stuffing is cooked inside a bird or vegetable, while dressing is baked in a separate dish. The terms are often used interchangeably today, and the ingredients are similar.
Can I make this mix without eggs?
Yes, you can substitute eggs with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water) or a commercial egg replacer to maintain binding and moisture.
How can I make this mix gluten-free?
Ensure the mix itself is made with gluten-free cornmeal and check for any added wheat-based ingredients. You can also make your own from scratch using certified gluten-free cornmeal.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.89 kcal/g · 10% calories from protein · 14.3 g fiber · 13.2 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 7.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.