Cornbread Taco Bake Casserole (Printer-Friendly)
Cornbread base layered with seasoned beef, creamy filling, and melted cheese for a taco-inspired bake.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cornbread Base
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1 package (approximately 240 g) cornbread mix
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120 ml milk
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1 large egg
→ Taco Layer
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500 g ground beef
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1 packet (28 g) taco seasoning
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80 ml water
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1 can (170 g) Mexicorn, drained
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1 can (285 g) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
→ Creamy Topping
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120 g sour cream
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200 g Mexican cheese blend, shredded
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2 green onions, sliced
→ Optional Toppings
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Shredded lettuce
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Sliced black olives
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Diced tomatoes
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Taco sauce
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Lightly grease a 22 x 22 cm baking dish with nonstick spray.
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Combine cornbread mix, milk, and egg in a bowl. Mix until smooth. Pour into the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes.
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While the cornbread bakes, cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning and water, mixing thoroughly.
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Add drained Mexicorn and diced tomatoes with green chilies to the beef mixture. Stir and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Remove baked cornbread from oven. Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly over the cornbread base.
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In a new bowl, combine sour cream, 100 g shredded cheese, and sliced green onions. Gently spread this mixture over the beef layer.
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Sprinkle remaining 100 g cheese over the top. Return dish to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.
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Allow the bake to cool for several minutes before slicing. Garnish with desired toppings such as lettuce, black olives, diced tomatoes, and taco sauce before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ground chicken or turkey can be substituted for beef to suit dietary preferences.
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For enhanced flavor, use homemade taco seasoning.