Cornbread Beef Casserole

Dive into comfort food heaven with this Cornbread Beef Casserole, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that brings together savory ground beef, vibrant veggies, and creamy black beans, all nestled beneath a golden, fluffy cornbread crust. This easy-to-make casserole is seasoned with warming spices like chili powder and cumin, then topped with melty cheddar cheese for a delightful contrast of textures. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pan wonder bakes up in under an hour, delivering a satisfying meal that’s both family-friendly and bursting with southwestern flavors. Serve it straight from the oven with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an irresistible dinner idea that’s guaranteed to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 8 ounces Tomato sauce
• 15 ounces Canned corn, drained
• 15 ounces Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 box Cornbread mix
• 0 Milk (as per cornbread mix instructions)
• 0 Eggs (as per cornbread mix instructions)
• 0 Cooking oil (as per cornbread mix instructions)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato sauce, canned corn, canned black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 5

Pour the beef and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Spread shredded cheddar cheese over the top in an even layer.

Step 6

Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions, combining the mix with milk, eggs, and oil as specified. Stir until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the prepared cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture and cheese layer, using a spatula to spread it if necessary.

Step 8

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 cornbread comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2361.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3529.7

Total Fat 157.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 648.2mg	0%
Sodium 8075.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 88.2g
Protein 175.0g	0%

Vitamin D 141IU	0%
Calcium 1907.3mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 3905.4mg	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: 39.0%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 41.7%