Tamale Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavor-packed Tamale Casserole, a comforting twist on traditional tamales without all the extra effort! This easy casserole layers savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic with zesty taco seasoning, black beans, and tangy diced tomatoes with green chilies for a bold, Tex-Mex-inspired base. A creamy cornmeal mixture and cream-style corn add classic tamale flavors, while a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese creates an irresistibly gooey topping. Ready in just an hour, this one-dish wonder is perfect for feeding a hungry family or hosting a casual gathering. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream and optional fresh cilantro garnish for a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of Mexican-inspired comfort food, this Tamale Casserole is sure to become a new dinnertime favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 2 cups water
• 14.5 ounce can cream-style corn
• 15 ounce can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 0 sour cream (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning mix and the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the beef mixture is simmering, in a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Gradually add the cornmeal, stirring constantly until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir the cream-style corn into the thickened cornmeal.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mixture, the thickened cornmeal mixture, and the drained black beans. Mix well.

Step 8

Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

Step 9

Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 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

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1924.1 grams (1924.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2984

Total Fat 168.00g	215%
Saturated Fat 84.60g	423%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 578mg	193%
Sodium 2850mg	124%
Total Carbohydrate 229.20g	83%
Dietary Fiber 30.10g	108%
Total Sugars 13.60g
Protein 153.50g	307%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1896mg	146%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 2362mg	50%

*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: 49.7%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 30.1%