Tamale Pie Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onions, and bell peppers until the beef is browned and the vegetables are tender.
• STEP 3.Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet and cook for another minute.
• STEP 4.Stir in the tomato sauce, corn, and black beans. Cook for a few minutes until heated through.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
• STEP 6.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• STEP 7.Spread the ground beef mixture evenly in the greased baking dish. Pour the cornbread batter over the top.
• STEP 8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden and cooked through.
• STEP 9.Let the tamale pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole, if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
• You can make this dish vegetarian by substituting the ground beef with plant-based meat or extra vegetables.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Tamale Pie is best served fresh out of the oven.
• If you have leftovers, reheat them in the oven or microwave until heated through.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.