Description
A hearty Mexican Cornbread Casserole combining seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and corn, topped with a creamy cornbread mixture and cheddar cheese. This comforting casserole bakes until golden and bubbly, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
Cornbread Topping
- 1 box cornbread mix (plus ingredients listed on the box, typically egg and milk)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion until fully cooked and no pink remains. Drain any excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Add Seasoning and Vegetables: Stir in the taco seasoning, drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, and drained corn. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes to blend flavors, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Cornbread Batter: Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions, usually by adding eggs and milk. Then, fold in the sour cream to make a richer, creamier batter.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cornbread batter over the beef layer, smoothing it out with a spatula. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Drain the excess fat from the cooked beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Use sour cream in the cornbread batter to add moisture and a slight tang.
- Make sure the cornbread is cooked through by checking with a toothpick before removing it from the oven.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead and reheated before serving.
- For a spicier version, use a spicy salsa or add chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture.
