Turkey Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Turkey Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 x corn husks dried, *; 1 x basic red sauce almond; 3/4 pound turkey breast cooked, ***; 1 cup almonds toasted, slivered; 1 cup golden raisins; 1/2 cup sweet red bell peppers chopped; 4 ounces green chili peppers, canned 1-2 cans, chopped; 2 cups corn tortillas instant mix; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 x sour cream

Servings: persons

1 x corn husks dried, *
1 x basic red sauce almond
3/4 pound turkey breast cooked, ***
1 cup almonds toasted, slivered
1 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup sweet red bell peppers chopped
4 ounces green chili peppers, canned 1-2 cans, chopped
2 cups corn tortillas instant mix
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 x sour cream

1
** See Sowest2 *** Turkey Breast should be cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
2
Rinse corn husks and remove silk; cover husks with warm water and let stand until softened, at least 2 hours.
3
Prepare Almond Red Sauce.
4
Mix 1/2 cup of the sauce and the remaining ingredients except the Tamale Dough and sour cream; reserve.
5
Prepare tamale dough; reserve.
6
Heat oven to 350F (180C).
7
Drain corn husks; pat dry.
8
Line greased springform pan, 10 X 3-inches, with corn husks, extending pointed ends of husks over the side of the pan.
9
Spread half of the Tamale Dough over the husks on the bottom of the pan; cover with turkey mixture.
10
Spread remaining dough over turkey mixture up to the edge of the pan.
11
Cover the top of the pan with a piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, 15 inches long, shaping down over the side of the pan, (The pointed ends of the corn husks will bend down against the outside of the pan).
12
Bake until dough is set and slightly dry, about 1 1/2 hours Carefully remove the side of the pan.
13
Serve with remaining warm Almond Red Sauce and the sour cream.
14
TAMALE DOUGH: Beat all the ingredients in a large bowl, with an electric mixer, on low speed, scraping constantly, until well blended.
15
Beat on medium speed for an additional minute.

904

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 x corn husks dried, *, 1 x basic red sauce almond, 3/4 pound turkey breast cooked, ***, 1 cup almonds toasted, slivered, and more.

Yes, Turkey 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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Turkey Tamale Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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