Simple Tamale Pie

• servings: 12 servings
• active time: 20 minutes
• total time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef

15 ¼ oz whole kernel corn (undrained, or you can use 2 cups of frozen corn and 1/4 cup of water)

16 oz salsa

1 c shredded cheddar cheese

17 oz corn muffin mix (2 boxes)

*Feel free to add whatever else you like - canned green chilis, green onions, diced tomatoes, jalapenos, etc.

Directions

Heat the oven to 375°F.

Brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Rinse and drain.

Add the corn and salsa to the beef - mix until combined.

Pour the beef mixture into a 13 x 9 casserole pan.

Sprinkle with cheese.

In a separate bowl, mix the corn muffin mix according to the package directions. Spread the batter evenly on top of the beef mixture.

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.

Nutrition

• Calories: 435 kcal
• Total Fat: 23 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Cholesterol: 64 mg
• Sodium: 762 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Total Sugars: 9 g
• Protein: 19 g