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Texas Tamale Pie Casserole

A hearty Tex-Mex casserole made with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and a golden cornbread topping baked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
Cornbread Topping
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup milk

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Casserole dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a casserole dish.
  2. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add beef and brown.
  3. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices. Simmer briefly.
  4. Transfer filling to dish and top with cheese.
  5. Mix cornbread batter and pour over filling.
  6. Bake 30–35 minutes until golden and set.

Notes

Let rest before slicing for best texture.