Tamale Pie with Cornmeal Crust
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
220 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Tamale Pie with Cornmeal Crust
Description
This Tamale Pie starts with a cornmeal mixture cooked on the stovetop, thickened with evaporated milk and shortening, then cooled and split into two portions. The filling consists of ground beef sautéed with onions and seasoned with chili powder, salt, pepper, and canned tomato. After browning and draining the beef, it is layered between the cornmeal crusts in a baking pan. Baking solidifies the crust into a golden, textured top and bottom, while fully cooking the beef filling. This method results in a comforting baked dish with a balance between the mild cornmeal crust and savory, slightly spiced meat.
The pie is suitable for a filling dinner or lunch and can be sliced into squares for serving. Options to add shredded cheddar cheese, green chilies, or corn kernels to the beef mixture provide variations in flavor and texture.
Letting the pie rest briefly after baking helps it set for cleaner slicing. Variations in ingredients allow tailoring the spice level or cheesiness to preference.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
- 1 1/2 tablespoons shortening
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup onion chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato canned
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, ground
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the cornmeal, salt, and water. Gradually add the evaporated milk, stirring constantly.
- Add the shortening to the mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from the heat, cover, and let cool while preparing the filling.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a shallow 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground beef and onion until the onion softens and the beef is almost browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Spread half of the cornmeal mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Spoon the beef filling over the cornmeal layer, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cornmeal mixture, carefully spreading it to cover the beef filling completely.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares to serve.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix shredded cheddar cheese into the beef or sprinkle on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Green chilies or corn kernels can be included in the beef filling for extra texture and taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 220kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 323mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 305mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 160IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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