Texas Tamale Pie

Tamale Pie With Jiffy Cornbread Spoonful

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Texas Tamale Pie

A hearty tamale pie that’s easy to make and perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 25

Total Time 50

Servings Servings

Ingredients

For the Filling:

1 pound lean ground beef
2 medium poblano peppers deseeded and diced
1 small onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
8 oz frozen corn
1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce I love Siete Red enchilada sauce
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt

For the Cornbread Topping:

1 8.5 oz box Jiffy corn bread mix
1 large egg
⅓ cup whole milk
½ cup cheddar cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the diced poblano peppers and chopped onion until the meat is fully cooked and the vegetables have softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Stir in the black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, salt, and cheddar cheese. Mix well and pour the filling into a 9x9-inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
In a large bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to package instructions using the egg and milk. Pour the batter evenly over the filling in the casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese on top.
In a large bowl, mix the cornbread batter according to the package instructions (using the eggs and milk). Pour the batter evenly over the beef mixture in the casserole dish. Top with cheese
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

Make it ahead: You can assemble the casserole a day ahead, cover tightly, and refrigerate. Add about 10 minutes to the bake time if baking straight from the fridge.

Freeze for later: This tamale pie freezes well! Bake it first, then cool completely before wrapping tightly and freezing. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 40-50 minutes, or until heated through. Cover with foil to prevent the cornbread from burning.

Add spice: If you like heat, add a pinch of cayenne or chopped jalapeño to the filling.

Serving ideas: Top with sour cream, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for extra flavor.

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