Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is a comforting dish combining savory ground beef and sweet cornbread, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
1 medium Onion Can use shallots for a milder taste.
1 cup Bell Peppers Any color works based on preference.
1 can Canned Corn Frozen or fresh corn works well too.
1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade seasoning can be used.
1 can Canned Diced Tomatoes Fresh chopped tomatoes can also be substituted.

For the Cornbread Topping

1 box Cornbread Mix A gluten-free cornbread mix can be used.
1 cup Milk Plant-based milk can replace regular milk.
1 large Egg Consider a flax egg or applesauce for vegan options.

Equipment

large skillet
Baking dish
Mixing bowl
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and diced bell peppers for 5-7 minutes.
Stir in canned corn, taco seasoning, and canned diced tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the beef mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a separate bowl, mix cornbread mix, milk, and egg until just combined.
Spread the cornbread mixture evenly over the beef layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes until the cornbread topping is golden brown.
Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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