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Cornbread Taco Bake

Name: Cornbread Taco Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: North America, Mexican
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds ground beef; 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained; 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup chopped green pepper; 1 envelope taco seasoning; 1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix; 1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided; 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Total Time

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.

Makes

6 servings

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023

Cornbread and beef bake together in one casserole dish, making this entree convenient. This Mexican cornbread casserole is packed with tempting seasonings, and the cheese and onions make an attractive topping. —Vicki Good, Oscoda, Michigan

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the corn, tomato sauce, water, green pepper and taco seasoning. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions for cornbread. Stir in half the onions. Spread over beef mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese and remaining onions. Bake until cheese is melted and a toothpick inserted into cornbread layer comes out clean, 3-5 minutes longer.

Test Kitchen Tips

Feel free to substitute 1-3/4 cups of fresh or frozen corn instead of canned.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 541 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 1491mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.

Cornbread Taco Bake

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