SKILLET BEEF TAMALES

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I found something similar to this years ago and have recently added my own spin. Here's the outcome: an easy, cheesy meal your family can't get enough of. We don't have to tell them it's healthy. -Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups salsa
3/4 cup frozen corn
2 tablespoons water
6 corn tortillas (6 inches), halved and cut into 1/2-inch strips
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
5 tablespoons fat-free sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook beef and peppers over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in salsa, corn and water; bring to a boil., Stir in tortilla strips. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until tortillas are softened. Sprinkle with cheese; cook, covered, 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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