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Tamale Pie recepe

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Tamale pie is a hearty and flavorful Tex-Mex casserole featuring a savory meat and vegetable filling topped with a golden, cheesy cornbread crust. It’s an easy, one-pan meal that captures the essence of tamales without the extra work.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning or 1 tsp each of chili powder, cumin, and paprika
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (with green chiles or plain)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup corn (frozen or canned, drained)
  • 1 cup black beans (optional, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese, divided
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add garlic and taco seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, corn, and black beans (if using). Simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer meat mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk, egg, and melted butter. Stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese.
  8. Spread the cornbread batter over the meat mixture.
  9. Top with the remaining 3/4 cup of cheese.
  10. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use boxed cornbread mix for a shortcut topping.Add enchilada sauce for extra depth of flavor.Make it vegetarian by omitting meat and increasing beans and veggies.Bake in a cast iron skillet for a rustic, one-pan version.Store leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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