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Tasty Tamale Pie Recipe

This hearty and delicious meat pie, topped with a savory tamale layer, is a family favorite recipe inspired by a 1976 Better Homes and Gardens classic! Customize it to your liking – add olives, beans, green chiles, tomatoes, or a kick with pepper jack cheese and jalapeños. Easy weeknight meal, ready in under 70 minutes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 421.1 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Tasty Tamale Pie

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How to Make Tasty Tamale Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off excess fat.
  3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves garlic (minced). Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of corn, 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon oregano, salt and pepper to taste. Optional: Add 1/2 cup chopped green chiles, 1/2 cup chopped olives, and/or 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed).
  5. Pour the meat mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups frozen corn, 1 cup creamed corn, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped jalapeños (optional), and 1/4 cup chopped pepper jack cheese (optional).
  7. Spread the corn mixture evenly over the meat filling.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

43g

Carbs

13g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Savory Pies Main Dish Beans Beef American Southwestern United States Tex Mex Easy Fall Winter Dietary One Dish Meal Seasonal Comfort Food Oamc Freezer Make Ahead Inexpensive Black Beans Ground Beef Meat Taste Mood Savory Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less