Quick and Easy Tamale Pie

November 07, 2013

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When I was a kid, this was one of the favorite dinners that my mom used to make. She made hers with a cornmeal based topping made from scratch, but I have adapted the recipe for ease, by using a packaged corn muffin mix. This Tamale Pie is so flavorful and is only slightly spicy (not too spicy for kids!) The tender cornbread topping makes this the perfect comfort food.

1 lb. ground beef
1 15 oz. can corn (drained)
1 15 oz. can Mexican style diced tomatoes (do not drain)
2 t. chili powder
2 t. dry onion
½ t. salt
¼ t. pepper
1 8.5 oz. pkg. Jiffy Corn Muffin mix
1 egg
1/3 c. milk
½ c. Grated cheese (optional)
Sliced olives (optional)

Brown ground beef in skillet. Drain off fat. Add dry onion, seasonings, corn and tomatoes. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350° and make...
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Nutritions

Calories
274

Sodium
293mg
12% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
18g
36% DV

Carbs
6g
2% DV

Fiber
1g
6% DV

Dinner Baked