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tamale pie

tamale pie

Tamale pie is a comforting baked dish that features a flavorful mixture of seasoned meat, beans, and corn, topped with a cornbread batter. This hearty meal combines the elements of traditional tamales into a one-dish wonder that's perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 People
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish
  • 1 spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef (or turkey) until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
  • Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and sugar.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Spread the meat mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Pour the cornbread batter over the top, spreading it gently to cover the meat evenly.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the cornbread batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can add chopped bell peppers or jalapeños to the meat mixture for extra flavor.
Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, or salsa.
This dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked later, making it great for meal prep.