Greetings and salutations to all of you, lovely readers, at “Life with dianaluis”! Are you looking for a tasty and cozy recipe that combines the flavor of Tex-Mex cuisine with the heartiness of cornbread? With the comfortable familiarity of cornbread combined with the unique tang of Ranch-style beans, sweetness of corn, and rich taste of seasoned ground beef, this flavorful Tex-Mex Cornbread Casserole is the ideal marriage of flavors and textures. This casserole is a crowd-pleaser that is simple to prepare and can be customized with your preferred toppings once it is baked to golden perfection. Get a step-by-step recipe for this tasty dish that is sure to become a family favorite by following along!
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- One can (15 ounces) of rinsed and drained kidney beans
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- One can (15 ounces) of undrained diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Cornbread Topping:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Filling:
- Brown the ground meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Eliminate any excess fat.
- Add the minced garlic, green bell pepper, and diced onion. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and taco seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Transfer the filling mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
3. Prepare the Cornbread Topping:
- Mix the cornmeal, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a big bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, honey, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring only until they are well blended. Take cautious not to blend too much.
4. Assemble the Casserole:
- Spoon the cornbread batter evenly over the filling in the baking dish, spreading it out to the edges.
5. Bake:
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through.
6. Serve:
- Prior to serving, allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes. Enjoy your Cowboy Cornbread Casserole with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro if desired.
This hearty casserole is perfect for a comforting meal and is sure to be a hit with family and friends!
