Super Tamale Pie

Get ready to satisfy your Tex-Mex cravings with this hearty and flavorful Super Tamale Pie! Combining seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes, all layered under a golden cornbread topping, this dish offers the perfect fusion of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Enhanced with aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this easy-to-make recipe is baked to perfection in just under an hour, making it a comforting family favorite. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and garnished with your choice of sour cream or fresh cilantro, this tamale pie is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Don't miss this crowd-pleasing dish that delivers bold flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 15 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 oz canned corn, drained
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.75 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with juices), black beans, and corn to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Pour the beef and vegetable mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 8

In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Step 9

Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the cheese and meat mixture in the baking dish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through. A toothpick inserted into the cornbread should come out clean.

Step 11

Let the tamale pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2523.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3460.7

Total Fat 188.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 576.6mg	0%
Sodium 5402.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.1g	0%
Total Sugars 49.0g
Protein 167.6g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 1515.5mg	0%
Iron 26.3mg	0%
Potassium 4688.4mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 33.7%