Loaded Mexican Cornbread
A delicious and hearty casserole combining ground beef, corn, and cheesy cornbread.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish Greased for easy serving.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 14.75 oz cream style corn
- 8.75 oz canned corn
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 17 oz Jiffy cornbread mix (2 boxes)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.67 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Crumble it well as it cooks until fully browned. Tip: Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat for even cooking.
- Once the beef is cooked, drain any excess grease and reduce the heat to medium.
- Without draining, add the cream style corn, canned corn, and Rotel to the pan. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken. Tip: This step enhances the flavors and creates a richer filling.
- After 5 minutes, remove the pan from the heat and stir in 2 cups of the shredded cheese until melted.
- Transfer the beef mixture into a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, eggs, and milk. Stir until no large lumps remain.
- Pour the cornbread batter over the beef mixture in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 17-20 minutes, or until the cornbread is starting to brown on top. Tip: Keep an eye on it to avoid overbaking!
- Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cup of shredded cheese on top of the cornbread.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 4-5 minutes, until the cheese is completely melted.
- Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes before scooping and serving. Tip: This resting time helps the layers set for easier serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped jalapeños or bell peppers with the beef. This casserole pairs wonderfully with a side salad or some fresh avocado slices.