Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 12 chopped onion; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (approx, water may be added or substituted); 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 9 soft corn tortillas, approximately; ¼ cup frozen corn (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
12 chopped onion
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (approx, water may be added or substituted)
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
9 soft corn tortillas, approximately
¼ cup frozen corn (optional)

1
Brown ground beef, onion and garlic; drain.
2
Add green chilies, season with salt and pepper as desired.
3
Remove ground beef mixture from pan.
4
In same pan add tomato paste, taco mix and and beer/water.
5
The consistency should be somewhat thick.
6
Place 1/3 of sauce mixture in the bottom of a casserole dish (I use a 4-quart round).
7
Mix 1/3 of remaining sauce with ground beef.
8
Starting with a layer of tortillas after the sauce proceed with layers of meat, beans, cheese sauce and tortillas finishing with a thin layer of sauce and a sprinkling of cheese.
9
Bake at 350F for 45 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
10
I have made up to one day ahead of time with success; heating time is increased though.
11
Serve with dollops of sour cream.

915

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 12 chopped onion, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, 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.

Tamale Pie

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions