Ingredients for Healthier Tamale Casserole
- Canola Oil
- Green Bell Pepper
- Red Onions
- Jalapeno Pepper
- Garlic Clove
- Ground Turkey Breast
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- Frozen Corn Kernels
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups water
- Stone Ground Yellow Cornmeal
- Reduced Fat Monterey Jack Cheese
Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion
Missing an ingredient for this Healthier Tamale Casserole? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.
How to Make Healthier Tamale Casserole
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 chopped bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 jalapeño pepper, minced, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add 1 pound ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup frozen corn, 3/4 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the turkey mixture to an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup yellow cornmeal and 1 cup water until smooth.
- Gradually pour the cornmeal mixture into the boiling water, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the cornmeal mixture evenly over the turkey mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese).
- Bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy! (Optional: Add a dash of Frank's RedHot® sauce to each serving for extra heat.)
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
35 g
Sugar
24g
Fat
5g
Carbs
12g
