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Tamale Casserole

Mexican flavors in a one-dish meal. YES, please!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, low sodium
  • 1 cup whole kernel corn, low sodium , no salt added
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 1 can large olives, sliced (about 40)
  • 1 can low sodium beef broth, or 1 ¾ cup
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt and pepper
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • 1⅓ cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°
  • Cook beef in an oven-safe skillet and drain off the grease. 
  • Stir in the tomatoes, corn, onions, olives, broth, and spices, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Slowly stir in the cornmeal and cook on medium until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir often to prevent sticking.
  • Top the mixture with cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes or till all bubbly and the cheese is golden.
  • Let stand for 5 min to let it firm up. Serve warm.

Portion Fix/21 Day Fix Container Counts for 1/4 pan: 1R, ½G, 1Y, 1O, 1B

    Keyword Healthy, Portion Fix