Delicious Not-So-Corny Tamale Pie Recipe

This Not-So-Corny Tamale Pie is a comforting and hearty dish that combines the flavors of traditional tamales with the ease of a casserole. With a savory cornbread topping and a flavorful meat filling, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Sour cream, for serving
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook until vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, milk, vegetable oil, and egg. Mix until well combined.
5. Spread the meat mixture in the baking dish and top with the cornbread batter. Sprinkle cheese on top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and set.
7. Serve hot with sour cream and garnish with fresh cilantro.

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