Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Old School Tamale Pie (Gluten-Free, Without Jiffy!), a delicious casserole that layers seasoned ground beef, savory cornbread, and melted cheese for a hearty meal. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering rich taste without compromising dietary needs. Customizable toppings like salsa and avocado allow everyone to personalize their servings, making it a family favorite. With minimal preparation and cooking time, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to your table in no time.
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup gluten-free cornmeal
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 4 tablespoons melted butter (cooled)
- â…“ cup milk
- 14.75 ounce can cream-style corn (gluten-free)
- 1 pound lean ground beef (such as sirloin)
- 10 ounce can enchilada sauce (gluten-free)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 ½ cups shredded colby jack cheese
- optional toppings: additional salsa, cilantro, sliced avocado
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Grease a cast iron skillet or baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add egg, melted butter, milk, and cream-style corn; mix until combined. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- After baking, poke holes in the cornbread. Pour half the enchilada sauce over it.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat. Stir in remaining enchilada sauce, salsa, and chili powder; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread the beef mixture over the cornbread and top with cheese. Bake at 375ºF for another 15 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg