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Cornbread Taco Casserole

This casserole is easy to make and teams all your favorite taco flavors with cornbread for a twist on the classic dishes.
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Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 diced small onion
  • ½ diced red bell pepper
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • 1½ cups Mexican shredded cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cornbread:
  • 1 cup yellow or white cornmeal
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Heat the oil in a skillet and add the onion and bell pepper.
  3. Sauté until tender, then add the beef and spices.
  4. Cook for about 8 minutes or until the beef is browned.
  5. Stir in the corn.
  6. Drain out any excess grease.
  7. Add about ¼ of the cheese.
  8. Pour the meat mixture into a greased 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  9. Spoon a layer of salsa on top.
  10. Mix the baking soda, salt and cornmeal.
  11. Mix in the eggs and milk.
  12. Pour the cornmeal mixture on top of the salsa layer.
  13. Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
  14. Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.