Tamale Casserole
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Tamale Casserole, a flavorful twist on traditional tamales that's perfect for busy weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe layers savory seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, hearty black beans, and a creamy cornmeal base, all crowned with melted cheddar cheese for a golden finish. The dish boasts vibrant Tex-Mex flavors enhanced by taco seasoning and optional fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just one hour, this casserole is a satisfying, crowd-pleasing meal that's simple to prepare and packed with bold flavors. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream for added indulgence and enjoy a cozy, southwestern-inspired dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 cups water
- 14.5 ounce can cream-style corn
- 15 ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- sour cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the taco seasoning mix and the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Simmer for 5 minutes.
While the beef mixture is simmering, in a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Gradually add the cornmeal, stirring constantly until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir the cream-style corn into the thickened cornmeal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mixture, the thickened cornmeal mixture, and the drained black beans. Mix well.
Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.0 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.6 g | 423% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 2850 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.2 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.1 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 153.5 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1896 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2362 mg | 50% | |
*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.
