Ingredients

4 tomatoes
1 lb lean ground beef
1 sweet green pepper , chopped
1 jalapeno pepper , minced
2 garlic cloves , smashed
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/4 cup fresh coriander , chopped
1 cup cornmeal
2 cups corn kernels
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 cup old cheddar cheese , shredded
Beefy Corn Tomato Casserole is a warm and comforting casserole recipe that is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. This dish is packed with flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings. Combining corn and tomatoes with spices creates a rich-tasting flavor, and the cheesy-meaty and creamy mixture of this casserole is bound to hit the taste buds' sweet spots. This casserole is customizable and perfect for those who want to add their own twists. It's perfect for family dinner, potlucks, or even to be served for a rainy day.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400∘F.
2.Dice the tomatoes.
3.In an ovenproof skillet, cook ground beef, green pepper, jalapeño, garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper over medium-high heat until browned.
4.Stir in tomato paste and tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes until heated through and tomatoes are tender.
5.Add cornmeal, corn, sour cream and coriander into the skillet. Stir to combine.
6.Sprinkle cheese on the top of casserole.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

The Beefy Corn Tomato Casserole is an easy-to-make romantic dinner.

It is a perfect combination of savory beef, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy sour cream.

It is highly customizable and can be baked ahead of time for a delicious make-ahead dinner.

CONS

This recipe calls for fresh coriander, which can be difficult to find and can be substituted with dried herbs if necessary.

This dish is not recommended for those who dislike spicy food because of the use of jalapeño pepper.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a high-protein and nutrient-packed dish.
Ground beef and cheese provide high protein, and cornmeal offers essential vitamins and minerals.
The Beefy Corn Tomato Casserole is low in carbs, but the carb in cornmeal is useful to get the energy.
The dish contains jalapeño which can provide antioxidants and help boost metabolism.

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