Tamale Pie Rancheros

This Tamale Pie Rancheros is a comforting, family-friendly dinner that combines the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine with the ease of a one-dish bake. The savory filling consists of browned ground beef simmered with onions, green peppers, mild green chilies, and a blend of stewed tomatoes and mixed vegetables. Topped with a slightly sweet, cornmeal-based batter, it bakes into a golden, tamale-like crust. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weeknight meal that delivers robust, aromatic flavors without the fuss of assembling individual tamales. Serve warm with a side of sour cream or guacamole for extra richness.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Mexican

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 6

Calories: 306.1

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Tamale Pie Rancheros is a comforting, family-friendly dinner that combines the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine with the ease of a one-dish bake. The savory filling consists of browned ground beef simmered with onions, green peppers, mild green chilies, and a blend of stewed tomatoes and mixed vegetables. Topped with a slightly sweet, cornmeal-based batter, it bakes into a golden, tamale-like crust. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weeknight meal that delivers robust, aromatic flavors without the fuss of assembling individual tamales. Serve warm with a side of sour cream or guacamole for extra richness.

Ingredients

2 tablespoon Vegetable oil
1/4 cup Chopped onion
1/4 cup Chopped green pepper
3/4 pound Ground beef
1 can Stewed tomatoes (16 oz)
1 can VEG-ALL Mixed Vegetable, drained (16 oz)
1 cup Cornmeal
1 teaspoon Basil
1/8 teaspoon Pepper
2 tablespoon Mild green chilis
1/2 cup Shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 375ÃÂ°F (190ÃÂ°C).
2
Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat.
3
Add chopped onion and green pepper to the skillet; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
5
Stir in stewed tomatoes, drained mixed vegetables, mild green chilis, basil, and pepper.
6
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
7
Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9-inch pie pan or similar baking dish.
8
In a small bowl, mix cornmeal with enough water to form a thick, batter-like consistency (approximately 3/4 to 1 cup water).
9
Pour the cornmeal batter evenly over the beef mixture in the pie pan.
10
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly golden.
11
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot pie.
12
Return to oven for 5 minutes longer, just until the cheese is melted.
13
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 306.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.5g32%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 66.4mg23%
Sodium 67.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 6.0g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g8%
Sugars 3.6g
Protein 23.3g47%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the mixed vegetables are well-drained to prevent the pie from becoming too soupy.

The cornmeal batter should be thick enough to hold its shape but fluid enough to spread easily. Adjust water quantity as needed based on cornmeal brand.

For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

Keywords: tamale pie, rancheros, ground beef, cornmeal, mexican casserole, easy dinner, family meal, beef casserole, cornmeal crust, stewed tomatoes, green chilies, cheese topping, comfort food, one pan meal, hearty dinner

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