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Texas Tamale Pie

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A comforting one-pan Tex-Mex casserole filled with seasoned beef, black beans, and a tender cornmeal topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cornmeal (medium grind)
  • 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives, optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook, stirring, until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in drained black beans and diced tomatoes. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together cornmeal, milk, and egg until smooth. Let sit for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Pour half of the cornmeal mixture into the prepared dish, spreading evenly.
  6. Spoon the beef mixture over the cornmeal layer. Pour the remaining cornmeal mixture on top and spread gently.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and olives on top.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  9. Remove from the oven, let cool for 10 minutes, garnish with cilantro, then slice and serve.

Notes

Use medium-grind cornmeal for the best texture. Feel free to substitute half of the beef with extra beans for a lighter meal.

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