Description
Tamale pie is a hearty dish that combines the flavors of tamales with a savory filling and cornbread topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 box cornbread mix
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef with onion and garlic until browned.
- Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a baking dish.
- In a bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions, adding the egg and milk.
- Pour the cornbread mixture over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
Notes
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Customize with your favorite toppings like sour cream or jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Tamale Pie, Mexican Cuisine, Comfort Food