Layered Tamale Pie with Corn, Tomatoes and Cheese

Name: Layered Tamale Pie with Corn, Tomatoes and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 19 ounces red kidney beans; 4 cloves garlic; 1 large onions chopped; 2 medium green bell peppers diced; 2 medium carrots diced; 1 medium jalapeno pepper seeded & chopped; 2 tablespoons oregano dried; 1 tablespoon cumin ground; 16 ounces tomatoes whole, drained; 1 cup corn kernels, canned whole; 3 1/2 cups water; 1 1/2 cups cornmeal yellow; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup cheese shredded, monterey jack

Servings: persons

19 ounces red kidney beans
4 cloves garlic
1 large onions chopped
2 medium green bell peppers diced
2 medium carrots diced
1 medium jalapeno pepper seeded & chopped
2 tablespoons oregano dried
1 tablespoon cumin ground
16 ounces tomatoes whole, drained
1 cup corn kernels, canned whole
3 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups cornmeal yellow
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cheese shredded, monterey jack

1
Drain liquid from beans, reserving 1/4 cup.
2
In a large skillet heat reserved bean liquid to a boil over medium heat.
3
Add onion, garlic, green pepper, carrots, jalapeno, oregano and cumin.
4
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and liquid is absorbed.
5
About 10 min.
6
Add drained beans, corn and tomatoes; cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until thickened.
7
Preheat oven to 350 deg.
8
In a 2 quart saucepan, heat water, cornmeal and black pepper to boiling, stirring constantly.
9
Cook for 5 minutes until well thickened.
10
Into an 11 inch round baking dish, pour half of the bean mixture, spreading evenly around bottom of dish.
11
Spread half of cornmeal mixture evenly over the bean mixture.
12
Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
13
Repeat layering.
14
Bake for 35 minutes or until bubbly and brown.
15
Cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 19 ounces red kidney beans, 4 cloves garlic, 1 large onions chopped, 2 medium green bell peppers diced, and more.

Yes, Layered Tamale Pie with Corn, Tomatoes and Cheese 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!