Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/14 checked
10
servings
1 lb

ground beef

0.5 cup

onion

finely chopped

0.5 cup

celery

finely chopped

17 oz

cream-style corn

16 oz

tomato sauce

1.5 oz

taco mix seasoning

4 oz

cheddar cheese

shredded

0.33 cup

ripe olives

sliced

1 cup

flour

0.5 cup

yellow cornmeal

1.5 cup

milk

3 unit

eggs

1 dash

salt

1 tbsp

oil

Step 1
~4 min

Brown ground beef, finely chopped onion, and finely chopped celery in a frying pan. Drain off any excess grease.

Step 2
~4 min

Stir in the cream-style corn to the browned beef mixture.

Step 3
~4 min

In a separate bowl, combine tomato sauce and taco mix seasoning, stirring well to blend.

Step 4
~4 min

Add 1 1/3 cups of the tomato sauce mixture to the meat and corn mixture, mixing well.

Step 5
~4 min

Spoon 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture onto each cornmeal crepe and roll to enclose the filling.

Step 6
~4 min

Spread the remaining meat mixture evenly in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.

Step 7
~4 min

Place the filled crepes, seam side down, on top of the meat mixture in the baking dish.

Step 8
~4 min

Spoon the remaining tomato sauce mixture evenly over the crepes.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese and sliced ripe olives (green or black) over the top.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.

Step 11
~4 min

Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Serves 10.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the crepes ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your taste.

Add diced tomatoes or green chilies to the meat mixture for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Crepes can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of refried beans and rice.

Offer a selection of toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Refried beans
Mexican rice
Guacamole
Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A fusion of Mexican and American flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

family dinner
weeknight meal
potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

More Mexican-American Dinner Recipes

Discover more delicious Mexican-American Dinner recipes to expand your culinary repertoire

Mexican-American
Medium
A-

Green Enchiladas

4.5
(1382 reviews)

A cheesy and flavorful green enchilada casserole with a creamy mushroom soup based sauce.

60 min
450 cal
Gluten-containing
Dairy-containing
75%
70
Mexican-American
Medium
B+

Impossible Taco Pie

4.3
(165 reviews)

An easy and delicious taco pie made with ground beef, taco seasoning, and a Bisquick crust.

43 min
400 cal
Gluten-Free (with gluten-free baking mix)
Dairy-Free (with dairy-free cheese and milk alternatives)
75%
70
Mexican-American
Easy
A+

Tamale Casserole

4.2
(1116 reviews)

A hearty and flavorful tamale casserole with chili, cheese, and Fritos. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

40 min
600 cal
Comfort Food
60%
75
Mexican-American
Medium
A

Homemade Chili

4.4
(840 reviews)

A hearty and flavorful homemade chili, perfect for a cold day.

240 min
450 cal
Gluten-Free
80%
75
Mexican-American
Easy
A-

Chicken Taco Rice

4.1
(923 reviews)

A quick and easy one-pan meal combining the flavors of chicken tacos with the convenience of rice.

20 min
450 cal
Gluten-Free
75%
70
Mexican-American
Medium
A-

Layered Enchiladas

4.4
(1726 reviews)

A hearty and flavorful enchilada casserole with layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, and cheese.

90 min
450 cal
High-Protein
75%
70
Mexican-American
Medium
B+

Mexican Casserole

4.1
(1912 reviews)

A comforting and cheesy enchilada casserole made with ground beef, creamy soups, taco sauce, enchilada sauce, and crushed Doritos.

60 min
500 cal
Gluten-Free (with modifications)
High-Protein
75%
70
Mexican-American
Easy
A-

Taco Salad

4.3
(1866 reviews)

A quick and easy taco salad with ground beef, chili beans, Doritos, and all your favorite toppings.

20 min
450 cal
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free chips)
Dairy (can be made dairy-free)
75%
70