Traditional Southern Cornbread Dressing

6 cups cornbread crumbs

2 cups biscuit crumbs

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

1 1/2 tablespoons rubbed sage

1/2 cup butter or margarine

1 medium onion, finely chopped

2 cups chopped celery

1/2 cup water

2 cups broth

1/2 cup vegetable oil

3 eggs, slightly beaten

Combine cornbread crumbs and biscuit crumbs in large bowl. Sprinkle seasonings over crumbs; set aside. Combine margarine, onion, celery, and water in saucepan. Cook over medium heat until margarine is melted. Add onion mixture, broth, and oil to crumbs; stir well, mashing crumbs. Add eggs; stir until blended. Pour mixture into baking dish or pan; bake at 350 degrees about 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Yield 15 servings.