Mexican Cornbread Casserole
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Mexican Cornbread Casserole, a delightful dish that effortlessly brings families together. This hearty casserole features layers of tender ground beef, vibrant spices, sweet corn, and melted cheese, all topped with a crispy cornbread crust. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is not just quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your preferences. Whether you choose to add extra veggies or switch proteins, this crowd-pleaser is sure to satisfy. Gather around the table and enjoy every bite of this delicious savory bake!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- 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) Jiffy cornbread mix
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess grease.
- Stir in cream-style corn, frozen corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning; heat for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- In a bowl, mix cornbread mix with eggs and milk; pour over beef mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cornbread is golden brown.
- Add remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of the casserole (about 210g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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