Creamy Mexican Bake Recipe

Name: Creamy Mexican Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 350 g lean ground beef; 2 teaspoons oil; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 125 g mixed beans, drained; 400 g chopped tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 red chili, chopped (optional); 1 teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¾ cup polenta; ½ cup boiling water; 375 ml evaporated milk (light and creamy); 1 egg; ¾ cup cheddar cheese (low fat)

Servings: persons

350 g lean ground beef
2 teaspoons oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
125 g mixed beans, drained
400 g chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 red chili, chopped (optional)
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¾ cup polenta
½ cup boiling water
375 ml evaporated milk (light and creamy)
1 egg
¾ cup cheddar cheese (low fat)

1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
2
Brown the beef with the oil and garlic.
3
Add the next six ingredients, stir until the mixture boils, then simmer for 15 minutes.
4
Spoon the mixture into four 1 cup ( 250ml) ovenproof bowls ( or one large one!
5
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6
Combine the polenta with the boiling water in a large bowl, add the remaining ingredients, beat to combine and allow to stand for 10 minutes.
7
Spoon the mixture evenly over the beef and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and set.

790

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 350 g lean ground beef, 2 teaspoons oil, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 125 g mixed beans, drained, and more.

Yes, Creamy Mexican Bake falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Mexican Bake

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