Indulge in pure comfort food with Grandma’s Hamburger Pie with Cornbread Topping—a hearty, one-dish meal that combines savory, seasoned ground beef with vibrant mixed vegetables, all crowned with a golden, fluffy cornbread crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy Sunday dinners, this dish brings together the rich flavors of sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, simmered to perfection and balanced with a hint of chili powder. The cornbread topping, made effortlessly from a mix, can be elevated with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese for extra indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make casserole serves up warm, nostalgic vibes in every bite—ideal for feeding the whole family or enjoying leftovers the next day.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or casserole dish with vegetable oil or butter and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Let simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the mixture slightly.
Add the frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and stir to combine. Let cook for another 2-3 minutes, then remove the skillet from heat.
Pour the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared pie dish or casserole dish.
Prepare the cornbread topping by following the instructions on the cornbread mix package. Typically, this involves combining the cornbread mix with milk and an egg. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
Optional: Stir shredded cheddar cheese into the cornbread batter for an extra cheesy topping.
Carefully spread the cornbread batter over the beef mixture in the pie dish, ensuring it covers the top evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the hamburger pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy!
Calories |
2563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 118.8 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.2 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 6301 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.1 g | ||
| Protein | 130.2 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 1300 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2891 mg | 62% | |
*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.