Old-School Tamale Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Ground beef: 1 pound
• Onion: 1 medium, chopped
• Bell pepper: 1 medium, chopped
• Diced tomatoes: 1 (14.5-ounce) can
• Tomato paste: 1 (6-ounce) can
• Chili powder: 1 tablespoon
• Cumin: 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Corn muffin mix: 1 (8.5-ounce) box
• Milk: 1 cup
• Egg: 1

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
3. Add the onion, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, and cumin to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the corn muffin mix, milk, and egg. Stir until just combined.
6. Spread the ground beef mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Top with the corn muffin batter.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the corn muffin topping is golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Comforting and satisfying
• Budget-friendly
• Easy to prepare
• Can be customized with your favorite toppings (e.g., cheese, sour cream, avocado)

User Comments:

• "This tamale pie is so delicious and easy to make. It's now my go-to comfort food dish."
• "I love the combination of the savory ground beef and the sweet corn muffin topping."
• "This is a great recipe to make for a crowd. It's always a hit."
• "I added some shredded cheese to the corn muffin batter for extra flavor."
• "This tamale pie is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a skillet, you can use a large saucepan instead.
• Be sure to drain any excess fat from the ground beef before adding the other ingredients.
• Don't overmix the corn muffin batter, as it will make the topping tough.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, avocado, or salsa.