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How to Make Mexican Corn Bread Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're craving a comforting and hearty dish that's bursting with flavor, look no further than this Mexican Corn Bread Casserole recipe. This dish is a delicious twist on traditional cornbread, combining the warmth and comfort of a casserole with the unmistakable flavors of Mexican cuisine. It's the perfect dish to serve at a casual family dinner, potluck, or as a side dish for a festive gathering.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided, or more to taste
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 eggs, beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red bell pepper; saute until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground beef, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Mix corn into the beef mixture and toss to defrost, about 3 minutes. Drain and discard fat. Add about 1/4 of the shredded Mexican cheese blend and mix well. Pour meat sauce into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Cover meat with a thin layer of salsa.
  • Combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add milk and eggs; stir until well blended. Pour cornmeal mixture on top of salsa layer and top with remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top, about 30 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    304 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 101mg
    • Sodium: 708mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 168mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 372mg

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