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Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie

Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe in Just 45 Minutes
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Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe in Just 45 Minutes is a delightful Tex-Mex comfort food that brings the warmth of hearty flavors to your table. This dish features savory ground beef, black beans, and sweet corn enveloped in a spicy sauce, all topped with a golden cornbread crust. Perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknight dinners, this tamale pie is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to fit everyone’s taste preferences. The vibrant spices create a flavor explosion, making each bite satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Ground Beef
  • 1 cup Onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1-2 Jalapeno Peppers, diced
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Red Salsa
  • 1 (10-ounce) can Enchilada Sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 2 boxes Jiffy cornbread Mix
  • 2 Eggs
  • 2/3 cup Milk
  • Sour Cream, for garnish
  • Chopped Tomatoes or pico de gallo, for garnish
  • Cilantro, for garnish
  • Guacamole, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of ground beef; drain excess fat.
  3. Add 1 cup diced onion, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, and 1-2 diced jalapeños. Sauté until tender (3-4 minutes).
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Pour in 2 cups red salsa and 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in 1 (15-ounce) can rinsed black beans and 1 (15-ounce) can drained corn; transfer to a baking dish.
  7. In a bowl, combine two boxes Jiffy cornbread mix with 2 eggs and 2/3 cup milk; stir until smooth.
  8. Spread cornbread batter over the filling; bake for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly before garnishing with sour cream, chopped tomatoes or pico de gallo, cilantro, and guacamole.

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