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Easy Cheesy Cornbread Taco Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Cheesy Cornbread Taco Casserole Recipe combines the flavors of a taco with a comforting cornbread casserole. It’s a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef, browned
  • 2 tsp chopped garlic
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp chili powder*
  • 1 tsp cumin*
  • 1 tsp oregano*
  • 1 tsp garlic powder*
  • 1 tsp salt*
  • 1 tsp paprika*
  • 3/4 cup water

Cornbread Topping:

  • 1 1/4 cups flour**
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal**
  • 1/4 cup sugar**
  • 2 tsp baking powder**
  • 1/2 tsp salt**
  • 1 egg, beaten**
  • 1/4 cup canola oil**
  • 1 cup milk**

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a casserole dish.
  2. Cook beef mixture: In a skillet, brown the ground beef with garlic. Add corn, diced tomatoes, spices, and water. Simmer for a few minutes.
  3. Prepare cornbread topping: In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add egg, oil, and milk, mixing until just combined.
  4. Assemble casserole: Pour beef mixture into the casserole dish. Spoon cornbread batter over the top.
  5. Bake: Bake for about 25-30 minutes until cornbread is golden and cooked through.
  6. Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • *You can adjust the spice levels to your preference.
  • **For a quicker option, you can use a store-bought cornbread mix instead of making the cornbread from scratch.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg