Description
Indulge in a comforting and hearty tamale pie, featuring a golden cornbread crust filled with savory seasoned meat, black beans, and gooey cheese. This delightful dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, offering a burst of southwestern flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey or beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground meat to the skillet; cook until browned and crumbled.
- Stir in black beans, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornmeal with chicken broth until smooth. Incorporate melted butter for richness.
- Layer meat mixture in the baking dish; pour cornmeal mixture over it and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating jalapeños or corn into your filling. Let the pie rest for about 10 minutes before serving to help it set.