Lite Mexican Casserole With Cornbread Topping

Name: Lite Mexican Casserole With Cornbread Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 14 lbs lean ground turkey; 12 lb mild Italian sausage; 1 cup frozen corn; 1 medium green pepper, diced; 1 medium onion, diced; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 10 ounces diced tomatoes; 4 ounces diced green chilies; 8 ounces no-salt-added tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ teaspoon cumin; 1 reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix; ¾ cup water; 8 slices kraft 2% american cheese singles; 8 12 ounces corn muffin mix; ⅔ cup skim milk; 3 tablespoons egg whites

Servings: persons

1 14 lbs lean ground turkey
12 lb mild Italian sausage
1 cup frozen corn
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
½ teaspoon garlic powder
10 ounces diced tomatoes
4 ounces diced green chilies
8 ounces no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon cumin
1 reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
¾ cup water
8 slices kraft 2% american cheese singles
8 12 ounces corn muffin mix
⅔ cup skim milk
3 tablespoons egg whites

1
Heat oven to 375F.
2
Brown meat in large skillet and drain.
3
Added next 12 ingredients to skillet - corn through water; bring mixture to a boil.
4
Reduce heat and cook 10 to 15 minutes until mixture is slightly thickened and vegetable are tender.
5
Spray 9x13 pan with cooking spray.
6
Pour mixture into pan.
7
Layer cheese slices evenly over mixture.
8
Mix together corn muffin mix, milk and egg whites until smooth.
9
Pour evenly over cheese layer.
10
Bake for 20 minutes or until cornbread in golden.

582

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 14 lbs lean ground turkey, 12 lb mild Italian sausage, 1 cup frozen corn, 1 medium green pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Lite Mexican Casserole With Cornbread Topping falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!