Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. ground beef; 2 large onions, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tsp. salt; 4 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 2 (28 oz.) cans tomatoes; 2 c. chopped olives; 2 c. golden raisins; 3 c. water; 1 c. yellow cornmeal; 1 to 2 c. grated Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

Servings: persons

3 lb. ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. salt
4 1/2 tsp. chili powder
2 (28 oz.) cans tomatoes
2 c. chopped olives
2 c. golden raisins
3 c. water
1 c. yellow cornmeal
1 to 2 c. grated Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese

1
In a large skillet, saute ground beef, onions, garlic, salt and 4 tablespoons of the chili powder.
2
Puree tomatoes in blender and add to meat mixture.
3
Add olives and raisins; simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours.
4
In a large saucepan, boil water and gradually add cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumping.
5
Add remaining chili powder; cook and stir until mixture is thickened. Spread meat mixture in a buttered 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
6
Spoon cornmeal mixture over top.
7
Bake, uncovered, at 325u00b0 for 1 hour. Sprinkle with cheese during the last 5 to 10 minutes of baking.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 lb. ground beef, 2 large onions, chopped, 6 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Tamale 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.

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