Fiesta Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Fiesta Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons salad oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 lb lean ground beef; 12 lb pork sausage, unseasoned; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes; 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained; 1 tablespoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon oregano; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 cup pitted ripe olives, drained; 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons salad oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 lb lean ground beef
12 lb pork sausage, unseasoned
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup pitted ripe olives, drained
1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded

1
Heat oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat; add the onion and garlic and cook until onion is limp.
2
Crumble in the beef and sausage and cook until browned; discard excess fat.
3
Stir in the tomatoes (break up with spoon) and their liquid, corn, chili powder, oregano, and cumin.
4
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, then stir in the olives.
5
Spread mixture in a shallow 3 quart casserole.
6
Prepare topping and spoon over meat mixture, then sprinkle with cheese.
7
Bake, uncovered in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes or until top is set when lightly touched.
8
Corn Bread Batter:.
9
1/2 cup sifted flour.
10
1 t. baking powder.
11
3/4 cup corn meal
12
1 beaten egg.
13
1 t. salt.
14
1/2 soda.
15
1 cup buttermilk.
16
2 T. melted fat or salad oil.

3893

kcal

Calories

235

Fat

Carbs

400

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 2 tablespoons salad oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 lb lean ground beef, and more.

Yes, Fiesta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Tamale Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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