Hot Tamale Casserole Recipe

Name: Hot Tamale Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 cup cornmeal; 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean); 1 large onion, chopped; 1 medium green pepper, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro; 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cornmeal
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1
In a small heavy saucepan, bring the water, salt and cayenne to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan.
2
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the beans, enchilada sauce, chilies, olives, chili powder and cilantro; heat through.
3
Spread polenta into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with meat mixture. Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 2-5 minutes or until filling is bubbly and cheese is melted.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 cup cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Hot Tamale Casserole 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.

Hot Tamale Casserole

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