Description
Hearty taco cornbread casserole blends Mexican-inspired flavors with comforting Southern cuisine. Layers of seasoned ground beef, corn, and melted cheese create a satisfying meal that draws diners to savor each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) ground beef
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix
- 1.5 cups (360 ml) shredded taco blend cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 0.5 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Cornbread Preparation: Blend cornbread mix according to package instructions and spread into a thoroughly greased 9×9 baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until golden and set, then allow to cool slightly.
- Meat Transformation: Brown ground beef with diced onions over medium-high heat. Incorporate taco seasoning, ensuring thorough distribution and complete flavor integration.
- Creamy Layer Construction: Whisk sour cream with a portion of shredded cheese to create a smooth, homogeneous mixture that will add richness to the casserole.
- Casserole Assembly: Layer seasoned beef mixture atop the cornbread base, then spread the cheese-sour cream blend evenly across the surface.
- Final Baking and Garnishing: Return the assembled dish to the 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbling and golden-brown. Immediately top with remaining cheese, fresh chopped tomatoes, and crisp lettuce before serving.
Notes
- Cornbread Preparation Tip: Grease the baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the cornbread base.
- Meat Browning Technique: Cook ground beef at medium-high heat to achieve a perfect caramelization and develop deep, rich flavors.
- Cheese-Cream Mixing Strategy: Blend sour cream and cheese completely to create a smooth, even layer that distributes evenly throughout the casserole.
- Topping Fresh Factor: Add cold, crisp toppings like tomatoes and lettuce just before serving to maintain their texture and provide a refreshing contrast to the warm casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 496
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 955 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg