~ SPICY TAMALE CASSEROLE ~

~ Spicy Tamale Casserole ~ image

Provided by Cassie *

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1/2 - 3/4 pkg taco seasoning or to taste
1/2 tsp each - chili powder & cumin
1 chopped, onion
2 - 3 jalapeno's , chopped - i used 2 jumbo jalapenos and they're quite hot - seeds also - add to your liking
3 clove garlic minced
1/2 c beef broth
2 c drained, canned corn
16 oz diced tomatoes and juice
1 small can sliced black olives, drained
2 c water
1 c yellow corn meal
3/4 tsp salt
2 1/2 c fresh shredded, cheddar cheese
dried parsley

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a couple tablespoons oil. Saute onions, garlic and peppers until tender.
2. Now, crumble the ground beef into the skillet and cook until no longer pink. Stirring occasionally. Drain any grease and return to pan.
3. Add the seasonings, tomatoes, broth, corn, olives and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. While meat mixture simmers, bring 2 cups water to a boil, add salt and slowly add the corn meal, whisking quickly as you add. Once thoroughly combined...stir this mixture into eat mixture.
5. Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non stick cooking spray. Spread mixture into dish and spread cheese evenly on top.
6. Bake for 30 - 35 minutes or until golden and bubbly around the edges. I leave it set up for 10 - 15 minutes before cutting. Can serve with condiments of your choosing. Sour cream, green onions is delicious with this yummy casserole.