True Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: True Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can kidney beans; 1 onion; 1 green pepper; 2 cloves garlic or substitute with garlic powder; 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped; 1 can yellow corn; 1 can whole tomatoes, drained; 1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 (8 oz.) box corn bread mix

Servings: persons

1 can kidney beans
1 onion
1 green pepper
2 cloves garlic or substitute with garlic powder
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
1 can yellow corn
1 can whole tomatoes, drained
1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 oz.) box corn bread mix

1
Drain liquid from beans, reserving 1/4 cup liquid.
2
In skillet, heat bean liquid, add onion, garlic, green pepper and jalapeno pepper.
3
Cook until tender or until liquid is absorbed (10 to 15 minutes).
4
Add beans, corn and tomatoes.
5
Cook uncovered for 15 minutes until it thickens. Heat oven to 350u00b0. Mix cornbread mix according to directions on package.
6
Set aside. Pour 1/2 of the vegetable mixture into a baking dish.
7
Spread evenly.
8
Spread 1/2 of cornbread mix over vegetables, then sprinkle half of the cheese over the cornbread mix.
9
Repeat layering, ending with the cornbread.
10
Keep 1/2 of the cheese aside.
11
Bake for 20 minutes.
12
Add cheese to top.
13
Bake for 15 minutes, until top is browned and the cheese has melted.
14
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can kidney beans, 1 onion, 1 green pepper, 2 cloves garlic or substitute with garlic powder, and more.

Yes, True 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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