Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

ground beef

1 cup

onion

chopped

15 ounce

green chile sauce with pork

canned, divided

0.25 cup

water

1.5 ounce

taco seasoning

package

1 cup

frozen corn

2.25 ounce

black olives

sliced, drained

1.5 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded, divided

8 ounce

Jiffy cornbread mix

box

1 unit

egg

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2
~5 min

In a large skillet, cook ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain any excess grease.

Step 3
~5 min

Measure 1/2 cup of the green chile sauce and set aside.

Step 4
~5 min

Add the remaining green chile sauce to the skillet with the ground beef.

Step 5
~5 min

Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~5 min

Reduce heat and stir in frozen corn and sliced black olives.

Step 7
~5 min

Spoon the beef mixture into a greased deep-dish pie plate or a 1.5-quart casserole dish.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.

Step 9
~5 min

In a separate bowl, combine the cornbread mix, egg, and the reserved 1/2 cup of green chile sauce; mix well until smooth.

Step 10
~5 min

Spoon the cornbread mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 12
~5 min

Remove from oven and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 13
~5 min

Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt when serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions.

For a spicier pie, use hot green chile sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

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 salad.

Top with sour cream and salsa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn and black bean salsa
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A modern take on traditional Mexican flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Meal
Potluck
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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