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Delicious Texas Tamale Pie served in a dish with fresh toppings.

Texas Tamale Pie

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A delightful and hearty dish combining the classic flavors of tamales with the convenience of a pie, featuring layers of savory beef, black beans, and a tasty cornmeal topping.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, milk, and egg, mixing until smooth.
  5. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Pour half of the cornmeal mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Layer the beef mixture over the cornmeal, then pour the remaining cornmeal mixture on top.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and black olives over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
  9. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with a fresh salad or some sliced avocado. Consider adding sour cream or salsa for extra flavor. This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.

  • Author: homelytasty
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Find it online: https://homelytasty.com/texas-tamale-pie/