Picadillo and Corn Skillet Pie Recipe

Name: Picadillo and Corn Skillet Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Picadillo; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 large Spanish onion, chopped; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; Two 3- to 4-inch long whole cinnamon sticks; 2 whole cloves; 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 pounds ground beef chuck; 2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups tomato sauce (about one 15-ounce can); 3/4 cup raisins; 1/2 cup green pimento-stuffed Spanish olives, quartered; 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted; Cornbread; 1 1/2 cups stone-ground cornmeal; 3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar; 3/8 teaspoon fine salt; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved

Servings: persons

Picadillo
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, chopped
3 large cloves garlic, minced
Two 3- to 4-inch long whole cinnamon sticks
2 whole cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups tomato sauce (about one 15-ounce can)
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup green pimento-stuffed Spanish olives, quartered
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Cornbread
1 1/2 cups stone-ground cornmeal
3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/8 teaspoon fine salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup whole milk, at room temperature
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Copyright 2001 Television Food Network, G.P. All rights reserved

1
Make the picadillo.
2
Heat the oil in a well-seasoned 10- to 12-inch cast iron skillet, over medium-low heat, and saute the onion until softened and lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and spices and cook for 1 minute.
4
Raise the heat to medium-high, add the meat and saute, breaking it up with a spoon, until it just begins to loose its red color.
5
Season the meat with salt and pepper.
6
Add the tomato sauce, raisins, and olives, and adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
7
Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
8
Stir in the almonds and set the mixture aside while you make the cornbread topping.
9
Make the cornbread.
10
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and butter.
12
Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.
13
Pour the cornbread batter over the beef mixture in the skillet and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
14
Bake the pie until the cornbread is golden and baked through, and the beef mixture is bubbling around the edges, about 35 to 40 minutes.
15
Set the pie aside for 5 minutes before serving.

1158

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Picadillo, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large Spanish onion, chopped, 3 large cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Picadillo and Corn Skillet 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!

Picadillo and Corn Skillet Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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