Tamale Pie
Tamale Pie is a hearty, crowd-pleasing casserole that brings the bold flavors of Tex-Mex comfort food right to your table. This delicious dish features a savory ground beef mixture simmered with vibrant red bell peppers, black beans, sweet corn, and fragrant spices like chili powder and cumin. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and a golden, tender cornbread layer made from scratch, every bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this one-pan wonder is easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep time and a satisfying bake in the oven. Whether you're catering to taco night fans or seeking a new twist on classic casseroles, Tamale Pie is your go-to recipe for a warm, comforting meal that’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 14.5 ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup, drained canned corn kernels
- 1 cup, drained and rinsed black beans
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a greased 9x13 inch (or similar) baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, milk, egg, baking powder, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil until smooth.
Pour the cornmeal mixture over the cheese layer, spreading it evenly to cover the filling.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious tamale pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 883 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 504 mg | 11% | |
*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.
