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Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

A hearty and flavorful casserole combining cornbread, ground beef, and a medley of vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables
  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup salsa your choice of heat level
Cornbread Topping
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your choice

Method
 

Prepare the Meat Mixture
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in corn, black beans, and salsa. Mix well and remove from heat.
Make the Cornbread Topping
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, milk, egg, and baking powder. Stir until just combined.
  2. Fold in shredded cheese.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  2. Pour the cornbread batter over the meat mixture, spreading it evenly.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables and spices to your taste. This dish can also be made ahead and reheated.

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