Pioneer Woman Tamale Pie Recipe
Try this Pioneer Woman Tamale Pie Recipe. It is the best way to enjoy a classic Southern and Mexican-style meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds of lean ground beef.
- 1 large yellow onion diced.
- 2 cloves of fresh garlic minced.
- 1 can 15 ounces of tomato sauce.
- 1 cup of whole kernel corn canned or frozen.
- 2 tablespoons of chili powder.
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin.
- 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
- 1 box 8.5 ounces of corn muffin mix.
- 1 large egg.
- 1/3 cup of whole milk.
Instructions
Prep the Oven
- Heat your oven to 400°F before you start. Grease your skillet if it is not seasoned.
Brown the Beef
- Cook the ground beef in the skillet over medium heat. Drain the extra fat away.
Sauté the Veggies
- Add the diced onion and garlic to the meat. Cook them for five minutes until soft.
Season the Meat
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and salt. This makes the filling very savory.
Add the Tomato
- Pour the tomato sauce and corn into the skillet. Let it bubble for three minutes.
Mix the Topping
- In a bowl, stir the corn muffin mix, egg, and milk. Do not overmix the batter.
Add the Crust
- Pour the yellow batter over the hot meat. Use a spoon to spread it to the edges.
Bake the Pie
- Put the skillet in the oven for 20 minutes. Top with cheese for the last five minutes.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet. This helps the edges of the cornbread get very crispy.
- Drain the meat well. Extra grease can make the cornbread bottom soggy.
- Add some spice. A small can of diced green chilies adds a great kick.
- Don't overmix batter. Stir until just combined for a very fluffy crust.
- Use sharp cheddar. It has a strong flavor that matches the spicy beef.
- Let it cool. Wait ten minutes before cutting so the layers stay together.