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Mexican Cornbread Casserole

Mexican Cornbread Casserole: A Cozy Family Favorite Delight

A delicious Mexican Cornbread Casserole combining ground beef, spices, and cornbread for a comforting family dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken
  • 1 can Cream Style Corn
  • 1 can Canned Corn or fresh corn
  • 1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles or fresh diced tomatoes with jalapeños
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning or homemade blend
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Onion Powder
For the Cornbread Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend or Monterey Jack/Pepper Jack
  • 1 box Jiffy Cornbread Mix or homemade cornbread
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Milk

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and stir in cream-style corn, canned corn, and Rotel. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in 2 cups of shredded cheese until melted.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine Jiffy cornbread mix, milk, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
  7. Transfer the beef mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly. Pour cornbread batter over beef.
  8. Bake in the oven for 17-20 minutes, until golden and springy.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining cup of shredded cheese on top and return to the oven for 4-5 minutes.
  10. Allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with preferred spices and ingredients to suit your taste. Excellent for busy weeknights.

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