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Tamale Pie with Cornmeal Crust

This tamale casserole with ground beef is a great weeknight meal. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 220 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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 chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup canned tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

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  1. In a saucepan, combine the cornmeal, salt, and water. Gradually add the evaporated milk, stirring constantly.
  2. Add the shortening to the mixture and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
  3. Remove from the heat, cover, and let cool while preparing the filling.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a shallow 9x13-inch baking pan.
  5. 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.
  6. Spread half of the cornmeal mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  7. Spoon the beef filling over the cornmeal layer, spreading it evenly.
  8. Top with the remaining cornmeal mixture, carefully spreading it to cover the beef filling completely.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  10. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares to serve.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the beef mixture or sprinkle it on top of the casserole during the last 10 minutes of baking. Green chilies or corn kernels also make delicious additions to the beef filling.

Nutrition Information

Calories 220kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 43mg (14%) Sodium 323mg (13%) Potassium 305mg (9%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 160IU (3%) Vitamin C 2.1mg (2%) Calcium 112mg (11%) Iron 1.4mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220

% 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.