Sweet Mexican Cornbread Casserole Pie

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Sweet Mexican Cornbread Casserole Pie - A hearty and delicious casserole with a bold and sweet twist
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 -3 lbs hamburger
1 can sweet corn
1 can peas
1 can chili with beans or ( 12 ounce ) can kidney beans
1 bottle maple syrup ( real or imitation )
2 taco seasoning mix
15 slices American cheese or 15 slices Velveeta cheese
3 boxes cornbread , muffin mix
1 can poblano peppers , diced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
583
Sugar
35g
Fat
25g
Sweet Mexican Cornbread Casserole Pie is a twist on the classic casserole dish with layers of hamburger meat, sweet corn, peas, and chili (or kidney beans) topped with slices of American or Velveeta cheese. The dish is then crowned with a layer of cornbread mixture and drizzled with maple syrup before being baked to perfection. This casserole is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a potluck gathering with friends. The sweetness of the cornbread and maple syrup, combined with the savoriness of the beef, is a flavor explosion that is sure to please everyone.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350F.
2.Brown the hamburger meat in a large skillet and drain off any excess grease.
3.Add the sweet corn, peas, chili (or kidney beans), taco seasoning, and poblano peppers to the skillet and stir to combine.
4.Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
5.Layer the slices of American or Velveeta cheese evenly over the top of the hamburger mixture.
6.In a large mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread according to the directions on the box and pour evenly over the top of the cheese layer.
7.Drizzle the maple syrup over the top of the cornbread mixture.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 30-45 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

PROS

This casserole is hearty and filling, making it a great meal for a busy night.

The sweet and savory combination of the maple syrup, cheese, and beef is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat due to the cheese and beef content.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does contain some nutrients like protein from the beef and fiber from the vegetables.
Substituting leaner cuts of meat and reducing the amount of cheese used can also make this dish healthier.

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