Tamale Pie Bake

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Tamale Pie Bake, a hearty and flavorful casserole that combines a savory Tex-Mex filling with a golden, tender cornbread topping. This recipe layers perfectly seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies under a blanket of melted cheddar cheese, all crowned with a fluffy cornbread crust. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection in just 35 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleasing, one-dish meal that’s easy to make and even easier to love. Perfect for busy families or potluck gatherings, this comforting casserole can be garnished with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of color and flavor. Your taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 package (roughly 8-9 ounces) cornbread mix
• 0.75 cup milk (for cornbread mix)
• 1 egg (for cornbread mix)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside.

Step 3

Using the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked ground beef, black beans, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 6

Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7

In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to the instructions on the package. Typically, this involves combining the cornbread mix with milk, an egg, and melted butter.

Step 8

Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish, spreading it to cover the filling completely.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the Tamale Pie Bake from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2234.9 grams (2234.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3401

Total Fat 158.90g	204%
Saturated Fat 75.60g	378%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 697mg	232%
Sodium 4076mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 340.20g	124%
Dietary Fiber 44.30g	158%
Total Sugars 85.30g
Protein 170.30g	341%

Vitamin D 133IU	665%
Calcium 1876mg	144%
Iron 26mg	145%
Potassium 4327mg	92%

*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: 41.2%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 39.2%