Ground Beef Tamale Pie Casserole
A comforting and savory one-pan meal, this Tamale Pie Casserole features a rich, seasoned ground beef and salsa base topped with a golden, hearty cornbread crust. By simmering the beef with vibrant salsa and corn before baking, you lock in deep flavor and moisture. It is an easy, family-friendly dinner that delivers all the classic Tex-Mex flavors of a traditional tamale without any of the strenuous prep work.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American-Tex-Mex
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) ground beef (85/15 ratio)
1 cup (240ml) salsa (mild or medium)
1/2 cup (75g) corn kernels, drained
1 cup (160g) cornmeal
1 cup (115g) cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
1/4 cup (60ml) beef broth
1 cup milk
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no pink remains.
Stir in the salsa, corn, and beef broth; simmer on low for 5 minutes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, salt, milk, and egg to create the topping batter.
Pour the batter evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the batter.
Transfer to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and set in the center.
Notes
Ensure the beef mixture is simmering before adding the batter to jumpstart the cooking process. Freshly grated cheddar cheese will melt significantly better than pre-shredded varieties. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
Find it online: https://kindeat.com/ground-beef-tamale-pie-casserole/