tex-mex tamale pie

Yes, IL
Updated on Jul 29, 2015

This dish is great served with Cowboy Caviar & corn chips (Fritos).

prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
  • 1 cup water
  • FILLING
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1 cup cream style corn
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives, drained
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce-red or green
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

How To Make tex-mex tamale pie

  • Step 1
    For crust, combine the cornmeal, salt, evaporated milk and water in a small saucepan.
  • Step 2
    Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently for 5 to 7 minutes or until thickened.
  • Step 3
    Remove 1/2 cup, cover with plastic wrap.
  • Step 4
    Spread the remaining cornmeal mixture on bottom and sides of greased 8-inch square baking dish or cast iron skillet.
  • Step 5
    Bake in preheated 425-degree oven for 10 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Remove from oven and set aside.
  • Step 7
    For filling, brown beef, garlic, onion and bell pepper in large skillet; drain.
  • Step 8
    Add corn, olives, enchilada sauce, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Step 9
    Mix well.
  • Step 10
    Spoon into cornmeal crust.
  • Step 11
    Drop rounded teaspoons of remaining cornmeal mixture on top of meat, sprinkle with cheese.
  • Step 12
    Return to preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Step 13
    Remove and let stand for 10 minutes. Slice and serve.

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Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Category: Casseroles

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