Mexican Shepherds Pie

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 12

Mexican Shepherds Pie Recipe for Your Next Family Dinner

by The Chefin Dinner

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

477

Sugar

Fat

29g

Mexican Shepherds Pie is an adaptation of the classic British dish made with ground lamb or beef and topped with mashed potatoes. This version incorporates Mexican flavors and swaps out the mashed potatoes for a cornbread topping. The result is a delicious combination of beef, corn, cheese, and spices that will satisfy any hunger. Perfect for a family dinner or weekend gathering, this dish is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through.
3.	Stir in the taco seasoning and corn, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4.	Transfer the beef mixture to a baking dish.
5.	In a separate bowl, mix the Jiffy cornbread mix according to package instructions.
6.	Spread the cornbread mixture over the beef mixture.
7.	Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the cornbread mixture.
8.	Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.

PROS

Mexican Shepherds Pie is a hearty and flavorful meal that the whole family will enjoy.

It’s easy to make and can be customized to include your favorite toppings.

Leftovers can be easily reheated for a quick and delicious lunch.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the ground beef and cheese.

It may not be suitable for individuals on a low-calorie or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being calorie and fat-dense, this dish does have some health benefits.
The beef provides protein and iron, while the corn offers fiber and vitamin C.
If you’re looking to make this dish healthier, consider using lean ground turkey instead of beef, and reducing the amount of cheese used.

	1 lb ground beef
	1 can sweet corn
	1 package taco seasoning
	1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
	1 package Jiffy cornbread mix