Best 5 Tex Mex Bean Bake With Cornbread Topping Recipes

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Tex Mex Bean Bake with Cornbread Topping is a mouthwatering casserole that combines the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with the comforting goodness of a classic cornbread. This hearty dish is packed with tender beans, flavorful spices, and melted cheese, all topped with a golden-brown cornbread crust. It's perfect for a casual family meal, a potluck, or a game day party. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, this Tex Mex Bean Bake with Cornbread Topping is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TEX-MEX BEAN BAKE WITH CORNBREAD TOPPING



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I frequently cooked this dish when I was on the cross-country team in college. We loved this veggie-packed bake so much I would have to make two! For a meaty version, substitute shredded chicken for half of the potato. -Samantha Westveer, Kentwood, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large sweet potato, peeled and finely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup vegetable broth
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
TOPPING:
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 large egg
1/3 cup low-fat milk
1/3 cup solid-pack pumpkin

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sweet potato, onion and peppers; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until potato is cooked halfway through., Stir in beans, corn, chiles, salt and cumin; heat through. Stir in broth and cream cheese until blended. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large bowl, combine cornbread mix, egg, milk and pumpkin. Spoon over bean mixture. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the topping portion comes out clean. To Make Ahead: Can be made a day in advance. Prepare as directed, omitting topping. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Prepare topping and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 645mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BEAN AND CORNBREAD BAKE



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Wonderful combo of baked beans and cornbread topping. If I don't add the topping I bake the beans from 45 - 60 mins.

Provided by Paula Baghdoian

Categories     Breads

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 lb smoked sausage (I use a whole lb.)
3/4 cup diced onion
3/4 cup diced green pepper
3 (16 ounce) cans baked beans
1 cup catsup
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (8 1/2 ounce) box corn muffin mix
1/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
1 egg
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 400.
  • In lg. skillet over medium heat, melt 2 TB marg.
  • Brown sausage lightly and place in bottom of casserole.
  • To drippings in skillet, saute onions& peppers three minute.
  • Add beans, catsup, honey and worcest. sauce, stirring to combine.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Cornbread topping: Combine ingred. and stir til moistened.
  • Spoon over casserole; return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530.7, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 42.6, Sodium 1485.7, Carbohydrate 85, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 45.4, Protein 15.6

MEXICAN CASSEROLE WITH CORNBREAD TOPPING



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Make and share this Mexican Casserole With Cornbread Topping recipe from Food.com.

Provided by afghanmom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1 lb bulk mild Italian sausage
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 medium green bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 ounce taco seasoning mix
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies
2 -3 cups shredded cheddar cheese or 2 -3 cups monterey jack cheese
1 (6 ounce) package cornbread mix
2/3 cup milk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350'. Grease a 13x9 inch glass baking dish.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown beef and sausage; drain.
  • Add corn, pepper, onion, garlic, paprika, cayenne, taco seasoning, tomato sauce, tomatoes, and 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Spoon the mixture into the greased pan. Sprinkle evenly with the shredded cheese.
  • Combine the cornbread mix, milk and egg in a bowl; mix well. Pour evenly over the beef mixture. Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until golden.

EASY TEX MEX CASSEROLE



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This Easy Tex Mex Casserole has turned into a favorite meal. Flavorful ground beef topped with corn bread makes an easy casserole even the kids will love!

Provided by Janelle

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup salsa (I used a corn and black bean salsa - hence the black beans in the photos)
1 (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (8 ounce) corn bread mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400*F
  • In a skillet cook ground beef, onion, bell pepper, cumin & salt until ground beef is cooked through and onions are translucent.
  • Add salsa & corn to ground beef mixture and cook for additional 10 minutes.
  • Pour mixture into a 9x9 casserole dish.
  • Prepare muffin mix according to package directions and spread on top of ground beef mixture.
  • Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until corn bread is cooked through and golden on top.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 67 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 23 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 578 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams unsaturated fat

MEXICAN CORN BREAD CASSEROLE



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This Mexican corn bread casserole is a delicious, cost-effective recipe to make and is really easy to throw together in a pinch. Serve with sour cream.

Provided by OBSIDIAN1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup frozen corn
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided, or more to taste
1 cup salsa
1 cup cornmeal
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup milk
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red bell pepper; saute until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ground beef, garlic, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Mix corn into the beef mixture and toss to defrost, about 3 minutes. Drain and discard fat. Add about 1/4 of the shredded Mexican cheese blend and mix well. Pour meat sauce into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Cover meat with a thin layer of salsa.
  • Combine cornmeal, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Add milk and eggs; stir until well blended. Pour cornmeal mixture on top of salsa layer and top with remaining shredded Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned on top, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 100.6 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 707.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • For a vegan version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the cheese.
  • To make the dish ahead of time, assemble the casserole and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. When ready to bake, thaw in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking as directed.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to grease the dish before adding the ingredients.
  • To make the cornbread topping, you can use a pre-made mix or make your own from scratch. If using a mix, follow the package directions. If making your own, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 cup milk, and 1/4 cup melted butter. Stir until just combined and pour over the bean mixture.

Conclusion:

This Tex-Mex Bean Bake with Cornbread Topping is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of beans, corn, and cheese, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. The cornbread topping adds a delicious crunch and flavor to the dish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Tex-Mex Bean Bake with Cornbread Topping a try. You won't be disappointed!

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