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Beef Taco Cornbread Casserole
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 8x8 baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 package (8.5 oz) cornbread mix
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
  • Stir the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and salsa into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  • Spread the beef mixture evenly into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, egg, and milk until just blended. Pour this batter over the beef layer and spread it gently to cover.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cornbread is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Notes

Prepare the beef filling the night before and store it in the fridge so assembly takes just minutes at dinnertime. Leftovers reheat well in the microwave with a splash of water to keep the cornbread moist. If you prefer less spice, use mild salsa and reduce the taco seasoning by half.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Equipment: Large skillet, 8x8 baking dish, Mixing bowl