Beef Tamale Bake
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Beef Tamale Bake, a Tex-Mex-inspired casserole that combines the savory goodness of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies. Topped with a layer of golden cornbread infused with melted cheddar cheese, this one-dish wonder delivers the perfect balance of bold spices and comforting textures. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleasing recipe is baked to bubbly perfection in under 40 minutes, making it an ideal meal for busy families or casual gatherings. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for an extra touch of flavor, and watch as this satisfying dish disappears from the table in no time. Perfect for lovers of casseroles and tamales alike, this easy-to-make bake is guaranteed to become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8.5 oz corn muffin mix
- 0.333 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- sour cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn kernels. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the package instructions by whisking together the corn muffin mix, milk, and egg.
Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
Pour the cornbread batter over the cheese and beef mixture, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and fully cooked through (a toothpick inserted into the cornbread topping should come out clean).
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.8 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.4 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 785 mg | 262% | |
| Sodium | 6984 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.3 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.1 g | ||
| Protein | 169.5 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2158 mg | 166% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2810 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
