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Beef Tamale Casserole

Beef Tamale Casserole prepared dish

This beef tamale casserole combines seasoned ground beef with a rich cornmeal topping for a comforting and hearty dish. Topped with cheese and baked to perfection, it is an ideal meal for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. Serve with your favorite toppings for an extra burst of flavor!

This recipe is mexican style, dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 40 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 40 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include salt, onion, cumin, green bell pepper.
  • Follow all 9 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 medium green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 200 g cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 400 g canned diced tomatoes
  • 240 ml milk
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 200 g cornmeal
  • 500 g ground beef

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the chopped onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  4. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the cornmeal, baking powder, and milk until well combined.
  6. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a greased baking dish and pour the cornmeal mixture over the top.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cornmeal layer.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving, and enjoy with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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