Mexican Cornbread Casserole 🌽🥩
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8-10
Description:
If you’re looking for a delicious twist to accompany your hearty pot of pinto beans and ham, look no further than this delightful Mexican Cornbread Casserole recipe! Perfect for those who aren’t traditional cornbread fans, this dish promises a flavorful journey with every bite. Even the most skeptical cornmeal critic won’t be able to resist coming back for seconds. With its savory layers of ground beef, cheese, and the comforting embrace of cornbread, this casserole has been a cherished recipe for years, garnering compliments and satisfied smiles with every serving.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1-1 1/2 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Brown together the ground beef, diced onion, and finely chopped jalapeno pepper in a skillet over medium heat; drain well. |
| 2 | In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cornmeal, baking soda, salt, milk, and eggs, stirring until well combined to form the cornbread batter. |
| 3 | Lightly spray a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. |
| 4 | Pour half of the cornbread batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom. |
| 5 | Spread the cooked meat mixture evenly over the cornbread layer, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, ensuring even coverage. |
| 6 | Pour the remaining cornbread batter over the cheese layer, spreading it gently to cover the filling. |
| 7 | Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 8 | Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. |
| 9 | Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 666.9
- Fat Content: 46.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 158.7mg
- Sodium Content: 1057mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 35.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 4.1g
- Protein Content: 30.2g
This Mexican Cornbread Casserole is a perfect combination of savory flavors and comforting textures, making it an ideal accompaniment to your favorite bean dishes or a standout main course on its own. Give it a try, and watch as it becomes a beloved favorite in your household too!
