Albers Tamale Pie Casserole

Dive into the bold, comforting flavors of this Albers Tamale Pie Casserole, a hearty and satisfying dish that brings a touch of the Southwest to your dinner table. This one-pan wonder features a savory filling of perfectly seasoned ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and tangy tomatoes, all topped with melty cheddar cheese and a golden, slightly sweet Albers yellow cornmeal cornbread crust. It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or meal-prepping. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy casserole balances hearty, home-cooked goodness with effortless convenience. Perfect as a standalone meal or paired with a crisp side salad, this tamale pie casserole is destined to become a weeknight favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (any color)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 0.5 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 3 quarters cup Albers yellow corn meal
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (for cornbread topping)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, thawed corn, black olives (if using), chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 5

While the filling simmers, prepare the cornbread topping. In a medium bowl, combine Albers yellow corn meal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Stir in the milk, beaten egg, and vegetable oil until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 7

Pour the beef mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the beef mixture.

Step 9

Carefully pour or spoon the cornbread batter over the cheese layer, spreading it gently to cover.

Step 10

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your Albers Tamale Pie Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2525.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3947.5

Total Fat 193.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 649.2mg	0%
Sodium 6940.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 413.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.2g	0%
Total Sugars 50.6g
Protein 162.3g	0%

Vitamin D 147.4IU	0%
Calcium 1449.5mg	0%
Iron 28.1mg	0%
Potassium 3512.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 40.9%