Description
Texas Tamale Pie is a bold, flavorful casserole layered with spiced ground beef, cornbread topping, and melty cheese—perfect for hearty weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup milk
1 large egg
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
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Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, milk, and egg, mixing until smooth.
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour half of the cornmeal mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
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Layer the beef mixture over the cornmeal, then pour the remaining cornmeal mixture on top.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and black olives over the top.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
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Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with a mix of sautéed bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini.
Add a layer of sliced jalapeños for extra heat or serve with a dollop of sour cream for added creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes