Whole Foods Easy Tamale Casserole
A family favorite! I modified a bit by first sauteing diced onions, then adding the beef. I used Ranch Style beans and added some chicken stock for moistness. I did use the green chilies in the batter, but just a bit.
A family favorite! I modified a bit by first sauteing diced onions, then adding the beef. I used Ranch Style beans and added some chicken stock for moistness. I did use the green chilies in the batter, but just a bit.
- Carbohydrate 26.8769094614594 g
- Cholesterol 92.9305731496667 mg
- Fat 24.0400030572344 g
- Fiber 1.83470883401099 g
- Protein 16.9400846393341 g
- Saturated Fat 11.0879785498998 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (247g)
- Sodium 634.284307988184 mg
- Sugar 25.0422006274484 g
- Trans Fat 2.34051702406778 g
- Calories 392 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In large saute pan, brown meat, breaking up any large pieces.
- Drain well and return to stove.
- Add beans and salsa, stir to combine, and simmer over medium heat 5-7 minutes.
- Let cool slightly, then spoon into a 9 X 12-inch casserole dish.
- Prepare cornbread batter according to directions on package, using the remaining ingredients above.
- If desired, mix drained green chilies into batter.
- Smooth out to cover.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes until cornbread is lightly browned and filling is bubbling.
Golden cornbread crust crowns a bubbling, savory beef and bean mixture that marries textures of dense meal with tender filling. Professional efficiency demands thoughtful sequencing when preparing layered bakes.
Sequencing the Layers
Brown the ground beef thoroughly at medium-high heat, breaking it down into fine crumbles before draining excess fat. Simmering the beef with beans and salsa for seven minutes concentrates the moisture. Allow this base to cool slightly before spooning it into the 9x12-inch baking dish so the raw batter does not melt into the bottom layer prematurely.Baking Dynamics
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure rapid rise and browning of the cornbread. Whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, and boxed mix just until incorporated to prevent tough gluten development. Spread the batter evenly over the warm filling and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until a wooden skewer inserted into the center emerges clean.Adaptations
Dietary modifications remain straightforward within this framework. Substitute ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for the beef without altering the spice profile, or utilize dairy-free alternatives for the buttermilk and butter when managing dietary restrictions.
