Mexican Beef Pie Recipe

Name: Mexican Beef Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb lean ground beef; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon oregano; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon; ⅛ teaspoon clove; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 cup canned tomato, undrained; ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained; 1 (8 ounce) package corn tortilla chips; 2 cups canned pinto beans; 1 cup black olives, sliced; ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded; 1 ½ cups green onions, chopped

Servings: persons

12 lb lean ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon clove
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 cup canned tomato, undrained
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, undrained
1 (8 ounce) package corn tortilla chips
2 cups canned pinto beans
1 cup black olives, sliced
½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 ½ cups green onions, chopped

1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
2
In a large ovenproof skillet brown the meat & onion over medium heat, stirring to break up the meat.
3
Add the garlic and cook1 minute.
4
Stir in the spices, salt, and sugar and cook for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
5
Stir in tomatoes with their juices, cilantro, and chilies.
6
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
7
Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
8
Wipe the skillet with paper towels, and coat with cooking spray.
9
Place 1/2 of the tortilla chips on the bottom of the skillet.
10
Spoon 1/2 of the meat sauce over the chips.
11
Top with 1/2 of the beans and all of the olives.
12
Sprinkle with 1/2 of the cheese.
13
Top with the remaining mean sauce on top.
14
Add the remaining cheeses.
15
As the mixture is assembled, use a spatula to press down on the chips.
16
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly and the cheeses are browned.
17
Garnish with the green onions.

3925

kcal

Calories

288

Fat

Carbs

258

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb lean ground beef, 1 cup onion, chopped, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Mexican Beef 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!

Mexican Beef Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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