Cornbread Tamale Pie Recipe

This hearty Cornbread Tamale Pie recipe is a Southwestern twist on a classic comfort food. A savory beef and corn filling is topped with a fluffy cornbread crust, creating a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend gathering. This recipe is adapted from a cherished handwritten family recipe, ensuring a taste of home.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 358.6 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cornbread Tamale Pie

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How to Make Cornbread Tamale Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the tomato soup, water, black pepper, salt, chili powder, corn, and green pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. While the filling simmers, prepare the cornbread topping. In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, and baking powder.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vegetable oil.
  7. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  9. Pour the meat filling into the prepared casserole dish.
  10. Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the meat filling.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

28g

Carbs

11g

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