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Are you puzzled about what to serve with cornbread? While this side dish is commonly served as part of a southern-style meal, many other dishes go well with it. This post will give you some ideas of what to serve with cornbread, so you can enjoy it as part of a yummy and well-rounded meal.
It is traditionally baked in a cast-iron skillet and served hot with butter. Cornbread originated in the United States and is popular in the Southern states. It can be either sweet or savory and is often served as a side dish alongside Beef Stew With Carrots & Potatoes and Chili.
Sweet cornbread is typically made with sugar, while savory cornbread can be made with cheese or bacon. Cornbread is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed at any time of day. If you’re looking for ideas on what to serve with cornbread, here are recipes that go great with it.
Few dishes are as quintessentially American as chili and cornbread. Plus, the cornbread helps to soak up all the lovely juices from the chili. So next time you’re in the mood for a comforting bowl of chili, be sure to serve it with a warm slice of cornbread.
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Another soup option that makes a great pairing is this comfort food standard — homestyle chicken noodle soup. This soup is an easy, reliable choice to provide everyone around the table with a well-rounded meal, using a bag of frozen egg noodles, boneless skinless chicken thighs, and vegetables to keep you warm and cozy.
Mild 3 Bean Chili
This very mild and flavorful 3-Bean Chili Recipe is one of those comfort foods that just warms the belly and the soul too.
Crockpot White Chicken Chili
I have made a few different kinds of this recipe over the years, but this easy white chicken chili is one of my favorites.
Crockpot Beef Stew
Check out this crock pot recipe and see if it isn’t just the perfect comfort food when you want warm and delicious.
Taco Soup
This taco soup recipe is so easy to make, comes together quickly, and with a few garnishes, makes a complete, healthful meal in 60 minutes, especially if you have a helper for chopping.
Potato and Bacon Soup (With Velveeta Cheese)
This cheesy potato and bacon soup made with Velveeta cheese is just the answer. This Velveeta soup is so creamy and cheesy and it even has bacon in it.
Sausage and Potato Soup
This delicious and filling soup is substantial enough to be served as an entrée. The sausage, pancetta, and spices pack a LOT of flavors, and the potato gives it that perfect mouthfeel to make for a satisfying bite every time.
Crockpot Ribs
These use just a couple of store-bought ingredients, a seasoning rub and a BBQ sauce, to create tender, delicious and easy slow cooker ribs.
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
The pork shoulder goes into the slow cooker with apple cider vinegar and BBQ sauce in the morning, and by dinner it falls apart with two forks into a pile of tender, smoky shredded meat.
Slow Cooker Beef Roast
Beef roast in the slow cooker may be the ultimate comfort food. This tender pot roast is the ultimate hands-off meal —just set it and forget it!
Dr Pepper Glazed Ham
Dr. Pepper glazed ham is the perfect holiday ham recipe. Buy a fully cooked ham and glaze it in the oven with this easy recipe.
One Pot Jambalaya
I love the way the broth soaks into the rice, all the good stuff from the chicken, sausage and seasoning deliver a powerhouse of rich flavor.
Mini Meatloaf
These mini meatloaves bake quickly, turning a homestyle classic into a weeknight-friendly meal. The glaze of ketchup, brown sugar, and mustard caramelizes at the edges, forming a glossy coating.
Brown Sugar and Ketchup Pork Chops
These baked pork chops prove that simple ingredients can yield an unexpectedly rich result. As the brown sugar glaze melts into the ketchup coating, it forms a tangy crust that seals in the pork’s moisture.
Crockpot Pork Tenderloin
This crockpot pork tenderloin is one of those fall crockpot recipes that makes a lush, flavorful meal with onions, broth, butter, a packet of mushroom gravy mix, and a couple pantry spices.
Whole Chicken in the Oven
Learn how to roast a juicy, flavorful whole chicken in the oven with this easy, no-fail method. Whether you prefer butter or olive oil, this simple recipe delivers tender, perfectly seasoned chicken every time — great for family dinners or special occasions.
Popeye’s Red Beans and Rice (Copycat)
Popeye’s red beans and rice recipe is hands down a powerhouse of flavors and texture. This red beans and rice recipe is a perfect side dish.
Texas Roadhouse Green Beans (Copycat)
If you have ever been to Texas Roadhouse you know how divine their green beans are. This recipe starts with cans of cut green beans with a handful of additional ingredients, like cooked bacon, onion, garlic, and a bit of sugar, so it’s just enough cooking time for the flavors to meld.
Crockpot Mac and Cheese
This crockpot mac and cheese recipe takes just a little bit of work off the table (and the oven and the stove). The noodles go in dry, so they absorb all those creamy ingredients into every bite.
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
This loaded mashed potato casserole is rich, decadent, and always the first dish to vanish at potlucks or holiday spreads. It’s a side that steals the show—and the compliments.
Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato
Every now and again, you find yourself wanting to chow down on some comfort food without having to go through the usual long process of making many comfort food recipes. Whenever we feel this way, one of our favorite comfort food recipes is this easy air fryer baked sweet potato!
The bottom line
Cornbread goes well with plenty of dishes, but these are some of our favorites. So the next time you’re looking for something new to try, give these a go. We guarantee you won’t be let down! Need a cornbread recipe? Here’s our Jalapeño Cornbread in Cast Iron.
