Description
A simple and delicious casserole with a ground beef filling topped with a sweet cornbread crust. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 (14 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (14.5 oz) can kidney beans, drained
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 (8.5 oz) box Jiffy corn muffin mix
- 1 (8.25 oz) can creamed corn
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
3. Add the drained corn, kidney beans, salsa, taco seasoning, water, salt, pepper, and garlic powder to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
4. Pour the beef mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the beef mixture and set aside.
6. In a medium bowl, mix together the corn muffin mix, creamed corn, milk, and sour cream until just combined.
7. Spoon the cornbread batter evenly over the top of the casserole.
8. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9. Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
10. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
Drain canned ingredients thoroughly to avoid excess moisture.
Avoid overmixing the cornbread batter to keep it light and fluffy.
Use your favorite shredded cheese for extra flavor.
Check doneness of the cornbread with a toothpick—if it comes out clean, it’s ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole, beef and cornbread bake, Southwestern casserole, beginner dinner recipe