Ingredients for Beef Bean And Cornbread Casserole
- Lean Ground Beef
- Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- Vegetable Oil Cooking Spray
- Tomato Sauce
- Pinto Beans
- Canned Diced Green Chiles
- Chili Powder
- Cumin
- Dried Oregano
- Cornbread Mix
How to Make Beef Bean And Cornbread Casserole
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink. Drain off any excess grease and set aside.
- Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Stir in the drained kidney beans, corn, and tomato sauce.
- Season with salt to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes over medium-low heat, allowing flavors to meld.
- Pour the beef mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread batter according to package directions, using skim milk.
- Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
36 g
Sugar
43g
Fat
20g
Carbs
23g
