MEXICAN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE

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MEXICAN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE "Cornbread base topped with beef, zesty tomatoes, corn, and cheese for a flavorful baked entree. Corn is a central ingredient in Mexican cooking, so cornbread gives this casserole a Mexican flair. The added touch of sweetness in cornbread makes this casserole a real kid-pleaser." Recipe from:...

Provided by penny jordan

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
1 pkg corn muffin mix
1/4 c egg beaters® original - or - 1 - fresh egg
1/3 c reduced fat (2%) milk
3/4 c frozen whole kernel corn, divided
1/2 lb ground chuck beef (80% lean)
1 - 10 oz. can(s) ro*tel® original diced tomatoes & green chilies, drained
1 - 8 oz. can(s) ro*tel® - original tomato & green chili sauce
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 c shredded reduced fat mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray 8x8-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
  • 2. Stir together cornbread mix, Egg Beaters (or 1-egg), milk, and half of corn in bowl. Pour into prepared dish.
  • 3. Meanwhile, cook beef in medium skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 5 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink, stirring occasionally; drain.
  • 4. Stir in drained tomatoes, tomato sauce, remaining corn, and cumin. Pour mixture over top of cornbread batter. Top with cheese.
  • 5. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cornbread is done.
  • 6. Nutrition information: Per serving: Calories 276, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Sodium 886 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, Calcium 368 mg, Sugar 11 g, Iron 2 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin C 2%. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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