Hominy Pie Casserole

Discover comfort food perfection with this hearty Hominy Pie Casserole! Packed with tender ground beef, sweet hominy, and zesty diced tomatoes, this easy-to-make dish bursts with bold Southwestern flavors, thanks to a fragrant blend of chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Topped with a creamy layer of sour cream and melted cheddar cheese, this baked casserole is pure cheesy indulgence in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a weeknight dinner winner that serves six and pairs beautifully with a side salad or cornbread. Whether you're feeding a crowd or craving a cozy family meal, this hominy dish delivers big on flavor and comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 30 ounces hominy, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes, with their juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil (for sautéing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble it with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef in the spices.

Step 6

Add the drained hominy and diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the beef mixture. Stir well to combine, and cook for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Transfer the beef and hominy mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the sour cream layer for extra cheesiness.

Step 10

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2216.2 grams (2216.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3023

Total Fat 199.60g	256%
Saturated Fat 98.90g	495%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 601mg	200%
Sodium 4318mg	188%
Total Carbohydrate 185.50g	67%
Dietary Fiber 30.40g	109%
Total Sugars 29.50g
Protein 156.20g	312%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1956mg	150%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 2211mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 23.5%