tamale pie

34 Pinches
Reading, PA
Updated on Oct 30, 2014

Original recipe was clipped from a can of chili beans many years ago.

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

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef or turkey
  • 1 - small onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1-15 oz. can tomato puree
  • 1-15 oz. can chili beans
  • 1-4.5 oz. can chopped green chilies
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix
  • 1-8.5 oz. package corn muffin mix, prepared according to package directions
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

How To Make tamale pie

  • Step 1
    In a large skillet, brown beef or turkey, onion, cumin and garlic powder. Drain any excess grease.
  • Step 2
    Add tomato puree, chili beans, chilies, and taco seasoning mix.
  • Step 3
    Cover and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Meanwhile, prepare muffin mix and stir in the shredded cheese.
  • Step 5
    Pour meat mixture in 2-qt. casserole. Spoon muffin mixture on top.
  • Step 6
    Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 400 degrees or until topping is browned.

Discover More

Culture: Mexican
Keyword: #tamale
Keyword: #chili
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Bake
Category: Casseroles

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