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Git along little dawgie (and a short little cat) and make this Southwestern inspired casserole. Beefy and cheesy on the bottom with super moist corn cake on top and when the flavors meld together its casserole perfection. So ring that dinner bell because this recipe is sure to please the buckaroos in your neck of the woods.

SOUTHWEST CASSEROLE

Patti Diamond
Hearty and delicious, this casserole is a family favorite. A chili inspired beefy bottom topped with sweet and savory corn bread.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

Hamburger Mixture

  • 1 teaspoon oil  
  • 1 cup onion  chopped
  • 1 ½ pounds hamburger
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 4 ounce can diced mild green chilies divided
  • 1 15 ounce can diced tomatoes with chili seasoning

Corn Cake

  • 2 8.5 ounce boxes corn muffin mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 15 ounce can creamed corn
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 8 ounces cheddar-Jack or Mexican blend cheese shredded and divided

Instructions
 

To make hamburger mixture

  • Preheat oven to 350° and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • In a large skillet heated to medium; heat the oil and add the onion. Cook until softened.
  • Add the hamburger and brown, draining any excess fat.
  • Season with cumin and chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Add the tomatoes, half the can of green chilies and stir to combine. Let this simmer on low while you make the corn cake.

To make the corn cake topping

  • In a large bowl, mix the corn muffin mix, eggs, creamed corn, sour cream and the other half of the can of diced green chilies until well combined.

Putting it together

  • Pour the meat mixture into your greased 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Sprinkle three quarters of the cheese over the beef.
  • Top with the corn muffin mixture, spreading to cover.
  • Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes or until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  • Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese over top and return to oven for 2 minutes or until melted.

Notes

Serve with a big green salad and you’re all set!
Keyword Beef, Casseroles, Frugal, Hamburger
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