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Cowboy Cornbread Casserole Recipe

Cowboy Cornbread Casserole Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Hearty cowboy cornbread casserole delivers southwest comfort with ground beef, corn, and cheesy cornbread topping. Spicy, satisfying layers promise a crowd-pleasing meal you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale

Protein:

  • 2 pounds (907 grams) lean ground beef
  • 1 packet (28 grams) taco seasoning

Vegetables and Beans:

  • 1 can (14 ounces / 397 grams) corn, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can (8.25 ounces / 234 grams) creamed corn
  • 2 cups salsa

Dairy and Additional Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (340 grams) shredded cheese (e.g., Colby Jack)
  • 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk
  • 1 box (8.5 ounces / 241 grams) Jiffy corn muffin mix
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the culinary workspace to a warm 350°F (175°C), preparing for a hearty southwestern-inspired feast.
  2. In a robust skillet, thoroughly brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, ensuring complete cooking and eliminating excess fat through careful draining.
  3. Enhance the meat mixture by introducing vibrant corn kernels, robust kidney beans, zesty salsa, aromatic taco seasoning, a splash of water, and complementary spices for a flavor-packed base.
  4. Transition the savory mixture into a generously greased 9×13-inch baking vessel, creating an inviting foundation and liberally crown with a blanket of shredded cheese.
  5. Craft the cornbread topping by whisking together corn muffin mix, velvety creamed corn, smooth milk, and tangy sour cream until achieving a harmonious, lump-free consistency.
  6. Elegantly distribute the cornbread batter across the meat landscape, ensuring comprehensive coverage and an even layer.
  7. Slide the assembled casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 35-40 minutes until the cornbread develops a golden, perfectly set surface.
  8. Present the piping hot casserole adorned with optional garnishes like cool sour cream, creamy avocado slices, or bright diced tomatoes for a complete culinary experience.

Notes

  • Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy salsa, adjusting to your preferred spiciness.
  • Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, healthier alternative.
  • Enhance protein content by adding extra beans like black beans or pinto beans for more nutrition.
  • Prepare cornbread topping separately to ensure a crispier, more golden texture on top of the casserole.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 379 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 723 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 66 mg