Mexican Cornbread Recipe

Name: Mexican Cornbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. ground beef, browned; 1 chopped onion to taste; chopped jalapeno to taste; salt to taste; 1 small can chopped green chiles; 2 lb. American cheese or 1 lb. Cheddar cheese; 3 pkg. cornbread mix; 3 eggs; 1 (16 oz.) can cream-style corn; 1 (16 oz.) can whole kernel corn; 2 (16 oz.) cans Ranch Style beans

Servings: persons

1
Brown the ground beef.
2
Add chopped onion and jalapeno to taste.
3
Salt to taste and simmer for 5 minutes; drain.
4
Stir in chopped green chiles.
5
Grate American cheese or Cheddar cheese. Mix cornbread mix and eggs (do not add milk).
6
Add corn.
7
Pour 1/2 cornbread mixture into a greased 9 x 12-inch pan.
8
Top with meat and onion mixture.
9
Pour on the Ranch Style beans.
10
Sprinkle on grated cheese.
11
Pour remaining bread mixture over top.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 until done.

1905

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

116

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.
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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. ground beef, browned, 1 chopped onion to taste, chopped jalapeno to taste, salt to taste, and more.

Yes, Mexican Cornbread 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!

Mexican Cornbread

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Variations & substitutions

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