~ spicy tamale casserole ~

Name: ~ Spicy Tamale Casserole ~
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound(s) ground beef; 1/2 - 3/4 package(s) taco seasoning or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon(s) each - chili powder & cumin; 1 - chopped, onion; 2 - 3 - jalapeno's , chopped - i used 2 jumbo jalapenos and they're quite hot - seeds also - add to your liking; 3 clove(s) garlic minced; 1/2 cup(s) beef broth; 2 cup(s) drained, canned corn; 16 ounce(s) diced tomatoes and juice; 1 small can sliced black olives, drained; 2 cup(s) water; 1 cup(s) yellow corn meal; 3/4 teaspoon(s) salt; 2 1/2 cup(s) fresh shredded, cheddar cheese; dried - parsley

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CJ *

Somewhere, PA

Updated on Apr 17, 2015

A recipe given to me years ago, that I've doctored up to suit my family. Make as spicy as you prefer. Ours is very spicy as the jalapeno's I use are quite hot. This casserole is pretty simple and if you have a large enough, oven proof skillet, you can bake it in that, to save extra dirtied dishes. Delicious! Enjoy!

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 35 Min

method Bake

yield 10 - 12 pieces

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1/2 - 3/4 packages taco seasoning or to taste
1/2 teaspoon each - chili powder & cumin
1 - chopped, onion
2 - 3 - jalapeno's , chopped - i used 2 jumbo jalapenos and they're quite hot - seeds also - add to your liking
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 cup beef broth
2 cups drained, canned corn
16 ounces diced tomatoes and juice
1 small can sliced black olives, drained
2 cups water
1 cup yellow corn meal
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups fresh shredded, cheddar cheese
dried - parsley

How To Make ~ spicy tamale casserole ~

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a couple tablespoons oil. Saute onions, garlic and peppers until tender.

Step 2

Now, crumble the ground beef into the skillet and cook until no longer pink. Stirring occasionally. Drain any grease and return to pan.
Step 3

Add the seasonings, tomatoes, broth, corn, olives and simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 4

While meat mixture simmers, bring 2 cups water to a boil, add salt and slowly add the corn meal, whisking quickly as you add. Once thoroughly combined...stir this mixture into eat mixture.
Step 5

Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray. Spread mixture into dish and spread cheese evenly on top.
Step 6

Bake for 30 - 35 minutes or until golden and bubbly around the edges. I leave it set up for 10 - 15 minutes before cutting. Can serve with condiments of your choosing. Sour cream, green onions is delicious with this yummy casserole.
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