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Tamale Pie

A hearty and flavorful dish that combines seasoned meat, beans, and vegetables in a cornbread crust, perfect for family dinners.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: tamale pie, Mexican recipe, comfort food, family meal
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a skillet, sauté the diced onion until translucent.
  • Add the ground meat and cook until browned.
  • Stir in the black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • In a bowl, mix cornmeal, milk, and eggs until smooth.
  • Grease a pie dish and pour half of the cornmeal mixture into the bottom.
  • Layer the meat mixture over the cornmeal base.
  • Pour the remaining cornmeal mixture on top.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 5g