Beef Tamale Casserole Recipe

Name: Beef Tamale Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup preshredded 4-cheese Mexican blend cheese, divided; ⅓ cup skim milk; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn; 1 (8 1/2 ounce) box corn muffin mix; 1 (4 ounce) canchopped green chilies, drained; cooking spray; 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce; 2 cups 85% lean ground beef, cooked; ½ cup nonfat sour cream

Servings: persons

1 cup preshredded 4-cheese Mexican blend cheese, divided
⅓ cup skim milk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper
1 (14 3/4 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (8 1/2 ounce) box corn muffin mix
1 (4 ounce) canchopped green chilies, drained
cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
2 cups 85% lean ground beef, cooked
½ cup nonfat sour cream

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Combine 1/4 cup cheese and next 7 ingredients (through chilis) in a large bowl, stirring just until moist.
3
Pour mixture into a 13 x 9 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
4
Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until set.
5
Pierce entire surface liberally with a fork.
6
Top with browned ground beef.
7
Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup of cheese.
8
Pour enchilada sauce over top.
9
Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until cheese melts.
10
Remove from oven; let stand 5 minutes.
11
Cut into 8 pieces.
12
Top with sour cream if desired.

632

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup preshredded 4-cheese Mexican blend cheese, divided, ⅓ cup skim milk, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Beef Tamale Casserole falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Tamale Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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