This Cowboy Cornbread Casserole combines savory, cheesy flavors with a golden cornbread topping to create the ultimate comfort dish. Perfect for feeding a crowd or indulging in a cozy family dinner, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make again and again! 🤠💛
🛒 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 🧅 1 medium onion, diced
- 🥩 1 lb ground beef
- 🌶️ 1 small green bell pepper, diced
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🌽 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 🥫 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 🫘 1 can (15 oz) kidney or black beans, drained and rinsed
- 🌶️ 1 tsp chili powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp cumin
- 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
- 🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Cornbread Topping:
- 🌽 1 cup cornmeal
- 🍞 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 tbsp sugar
- 🥄 1 tbsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🥚 1 large egg
- 🥛 1 cup milk
- 🧈 1/4 cup melted butter
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the corn, diced tomatoes, beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
2️⃣ Make the Cornbread Topping:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
3️⃣ Assemble & Bake:
- Pour the filling into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon the cornbread batter over the filling, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean.
4️⃣ Cool & Serve:
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired. 🌿
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Flavor Explosion: A perfect mix of savory beef, beans, and spices topped with sweet cornbread.
- One-Pan Wonder: Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
- Customizable: Add jalapeños for heat or swap in your favorite beans and veggies.
- Family Favorite: Everyone will go back for seconds (and thirds)!
Dig into this satisfying casserole and bring the taste of the Wild West to your table! 🌟