MEXICAN SHEPHERD'S PIE WITH CORNMEAL BUTTERMILK TOPPING

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The topping on this "pie" is really wonderful. Make it first and let it sit while you prepare the meat filling. Use the jalapeno if you want some heat, or use dried chili flakes.

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 50m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cornmeal
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup green bell peppers or 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup corn

Steps:

  • For the topping beat together eggs, buttermilk and butter. Whisk in the dry ingredients until smooth and set aside.
  • Brown ground beef with the onions and peppers. Drain off fat and return to the pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
  • Pour into an ungreased 8 by 8 inch baking dish and level off the top.
  • Spread topping over the meat.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Prep time includes time to simmer the meat mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.1, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 96.7, Sodium 709.8, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.8, Protein 18.5

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