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Texas Tamale Pie: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe That Will Delight You

Texas Tamale Pie: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe That Will Delight You
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Texas Tamale Pie is a delightful and hearty dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers. This comforting casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef or turkey, robust black beans, and a fluffy cornmeal topping that creates a wonderful balance of textures and flavors. Easy to prepare, this recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. Whether served hot from the oven or as leftovers, this savory tamale pie will surely impress your guests and become a staple in your cooking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 ½ cups cornmeal
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce (for garnish)
  • 1 cup sour cream (for garnish)
  • Salsa (for serving)
  • Jalapeños, sliced (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Stir in black beans and diced tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes. Season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt.
  5. In a saucepan, combine cornmeal and water; cook over medium heat until thickened (5-7 minutes).
  6. Spread half of the cornmeal mixture in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  7. Layer the meat mixture on top evenly.
  8. Pour remaining cornmeal mixture over the meat layer.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
  10. In the last five minutes of baking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top until melted.
  11. Cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving with garnishes.

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