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Cornbread Taco Casserole

Savory Cornbread Taco Casserole Your Family Will Love

This Cornbread Taco Casserole combines comforting sweetness and zesty flavors, making it a delightful meal for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken, beef, or plant-based crumbles
  • 15 ounces Canned Tomato Puree unsalted
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn can be replaced with black beans
For the Cornbread
  • 1 cup Almond Milk or any plant-based milk or dairy milk
  • ½ cup Butter or olive oil or vegan butter
  • 1 package Cornbread Mix follow package instructions
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheese sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the canned tomato puree and sweet corn, and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  3. Prepare the cornbread mix according to package instructions, incorporating the almond milk and melted butter until the batter is creamy and thick.
  4. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread the taco mixture evenly on the bottom, then pour the cornbread batter over it, smoothing it out gently. Sprinkle cheese on top.
  5. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until the cornbread topping is golden-brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let the casserole cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm. Optional garnishes include fresh herbs or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to control moisture for the turkey filling to prevent drying out during baking. Prepare the turkey filling ahead of time for quicker assembly.

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