For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, rinsed and drained, and 1 cup of cooked quinoa. Feel free to add other vegetables to the beef mixture, such as diced zucchini or green bell pepper. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the beef mixture or use a spicy salsa. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, guacamole, or a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Mexican Corn Bread Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS130
A vibrant and hearty Mexican Corn Bread Casserole, perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. Layers of savory spiced beef, sweet corn, and a cheesy cornbread topping create a fiesta of flavors in every bite.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol101 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein18 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium708 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
02
Step
7 mins
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red bell pepper; sauté until softened.
03
Step
7 mins
Add ground beef, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly.
04
Step
3 mins
Mix corn into the beef mixture and toss to defrost. Drain and discard fat. Add about 1/4 of the shredded Mexican cheese blend and mix well. Pour meat sauce into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Cover meat with a thin layer of salsa.
05
Step
5 mins
Combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add milk and eggs; stir until well blended. Pour cornmeal mixture on top of salsa layer and top with remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend.
06
Step
30 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top.
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Casandra Sporer
May 9, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver! So easy to throw together after a long day.
Erica Weber
Apr 25, 2025Be careful not to overbake it, or the corn bread will be dry. Keep an eye on it after 25 minutes.
Claire Klingupton
Oct 29, 2024Next time, I'm going to try using ground turkey instead of beef to make it a bit healthier.
Magnus Sipes
Sep 28, 2024I added a can of black beans to the meat mixture for extra fiber and flavor. It was a hit!
Minnie Blickrutherford
Aug 28, 2024My kids are picky eaters, but they devoured this casserole. I'll definitely be making it again.
Effie Kertzmann
Apr 11, 2024The cayenne pepper gives it just the right amount of kick. My family loves it!
Stella Ullrich
Feb 1, 2024This is a great base recipe. I like to experiment with different veggies and spices to customize it to my taste.
Virgil Yost
Jan 19, 2024I didn't have any Mexican cheese blend, so I used cheddar and Monterey Jack. It worked perfectly!