California Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: California Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. ground beef; 2 1/2 c. milk; 1 c. yellow cornmeal; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomatoes; 1 (7 oz.) can corn; 1 (2 1/4 oz.) can ripe olives; 1 pkg. Lawry's spice for chili; 1 tsp. garlic salt; 1 tsp. chili powder; 1 1/2 c. Cheddar cheese (6 oz.); 2 Tbsp. yellow cornmeal

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. ground beef
2 1/2 c. milk
1 c. yellow cornmeal
2 eggs, beaten
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (7 oz.) can corn
1 (2 1/4 oz.) can ripe olives
1 pkg. Lawry's spice for chili
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 c. Cheddar cheese (6 oz.)
2 Tbsp. yellow cornmeal

1
In a medium skillet, brown ground beef until crumbly.
2
Drain fat.
3
In medium bowl, combine milk, 1 cup of cornmeal and eggs; blend well.
4
Add ground beef and remaining ingredients except cheese and 2 tablespoons of cornmeal.
5
Stir to blend.
6
Pour into lightly-greased 12 x 8 x 2-inch baking dish.
7
Bake, uncovered, in a 350u00b0 oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
8
Sprinkle with cheese and 2 tablespoons of cornmeal.
9
Continue baking until cheese melts and cornmeal browns.
10
Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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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: 3/4 lb. ground beef, 2 1/2 c. milk, 1 c. yellow cornmeal, 2 eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, California Tamale Pie 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.

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