Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lb

ground beef

lightly browned

1 unit

onion

chopped

16 oz

crushed tomatoes

12 oz

corn

undrained

8 oz

tomato sauce

0.5 tsp

pepper

2 tsp

salt

3 tsp

chili powder

0.5 cup

yellow cornmeal

Step 1
~9 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~9 min

Lightly brown ground beef in a skillet.

Step 3
~9 min

Chop the onion.

Step 4
~9 min

Combine browned ground beef, chopped onion, crushed tomatoes, undrained corn, tomato sauce, pepper, salt, chili powder, and yellow cornmeal in a shallow 2-quart baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~9 min

If the mixture appears too dry, add a small amount of water.

Step 6
~9 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until lightly browned on top.

Step 7
~9 min

Serve hot with Harvard beets and apple crunch.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a layer of shredded cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of baking for a cheesy casserole.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeno.

Use fresh tomatoes instead of canned for a brighter flavor.

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 or guacamole.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Harvard Beets
Apple Crunch
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food influenced by Spanish flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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