Mexican Cornbread Casserole
Experience the comforting warmth of our Mexican Cornbread Casserole, a delightful dish that brings together savory ground beef, sweet corn, and gooey cheese under a fluffy cornbread topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal that everyone will love. In just under an hour, you can create a flavorful layered dish that is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to adapt to your taste preferences. Enjoy this comforting classic with friends and family any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (14.75 ounces) cream-style corn
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 box (8.5 ounces) cornbread mix
- 2 eggs
- â…“ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat and drain excess fat.
- Stir in cream-style corn, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine cornbread mix with eggs and milk until just mixed.
- Pour cornbread batter over the beef mixture and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Add remaining cheese on top and return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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