Mexican Hot Tamale Pie (Print Version)
Ground beef, veggies, spices, and savory cornbread combine for a bold, comforting southwest-inspired casserole.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Filling
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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680 grams lean ground beef
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 green bell pepper, seeds and stem removed, chopped
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0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
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2 teaspoons chili powder, adjust to taste
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2 teaspoons ground cumin, adjust to taste
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410 grams canned fire-roasted tomatoes
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113 grams canned green Anaheim chiles, drained and chopped
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425 grams canned whole kernel corn, drained
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113 grams canned sliced ripe olives, drained
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53 grams raisins
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115 grams sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
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80 millilitres water
→ Cornbread Topping
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454 grams prepared cornbread mix
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Water, egg, oil, or milk as required by cornbread mix instructions
# Instructions:
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Set oven temperature to 190°C.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Add ground beef, onion, and green bell pepper. Sprinkle with salt, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is evenly browned.
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Remove skillet from heat and carefully drain excess fat, if present.
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Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes, chopped Anaheim chiles, corn, sliced olives, raisins, grated cheddar, and water. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional chili powder or cumin if desired.
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Lightly oil the interior of a 23 x 33 centimetre baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. Evenly distribute the beef mixture into the prepared dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine cornbread mix with water, egg, oil, or milk according to package instructions until smooth.
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Carefully pour cornbread batter over the beef mixture, spreading into an even layer.
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Transfer casserole to preheated oven. Bake for 40 minutes or until cornbread topping is golden brown.
# Notes:
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Test cornbread topping for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the centre; it should come out clean when fully cooked.