Tasty Tamale Pie Casserole
Get ready to indulge in the hearty and flavorful comfort of Tasty Tamale Pie Casserole! This Tex-Mex-inspired classic features a savory base of seasoned ground beef, black beans, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and vibrant red bell peppers, all cooked to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. A golden, slightly sweet cornbread crust bakes right on top, creating a delightful layered casserole that's as satisfying as it is easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this dish comes together in under an hour and serves six generously. Bursting with bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this one-pan wonder is sure to impress. Pair it with a dollop of sour cream or a side of fresh guacamole for the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables have softened.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, frozen corn, black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the beef mixture.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the top of the casserole, spreading it to the edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the tamale pie cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 785 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.3 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
