Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole Recipe

Name: Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 c.); 1/2 small green pepper, chopped; 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1 (12 oz.) can vacuum-packed whole kernel corn; 2 to 3 tsp. chili powder; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/2 c. sliced ripe olives; 1 1/2 c. milk; 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3/4 c. shredded Cheddar cheese; 2 eggs, beaten

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 c.)
1/2 small green pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (12 oz.) can vacuum-packed whole kernel corn
2 to 3 tsp. chili powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. sliced ripe olives
1 1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
2 eggs, beaten

1
Cook and stir ground beef, onion, green pepper and garlic in 10-inch skillet until beef is brown; drain.
2
Stir in tomato sauce, corn, chili powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, pepper and olives.
3
Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
4
Mix milk, cornmeal and 1/2 teaspoon salt in saucepan.
5
Heat just to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Stir in cheese and eggs.
8
Pour hot beef mixture into ungreased 3-quart casserole or 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
9
Immediately pour cornmeal mixture over top.
10
Cook uncovered in 375u00b0 oven until knife inserted into topping comes out clean, about 40 minutes.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lb. ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 c.), 1/2 small green pepper, chopped, 1 clove garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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