HOT TAMALE CASSEROLE

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If you enjoy tamales, you're going to love this appetizing layered dish. It's ooey-goey good with just the right amount of heat.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup cornmeal
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy saucepan, bring the water, salt and cayenne to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the beans, enchilada sauce, chilies, olives, chili powder and cilantro; heat through., Spread polenta into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with meat mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, for 2-5 minutes or until filling is bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 837mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Lalan Dada
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Chukwu David
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. He said it was the perfect amount of heat.


Ola Eniola
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this casserole was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the casserole was very cheesy and satisfying.


Elmas Alliu
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they all loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Saam Khan Official
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I'm not usually a fan of casseroles, but this one is definitely an exception. It's so unique and flavorful. I love the crispy tortilla chip topping.


UAE Dubai
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This casserole is so cheesy and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and spicy. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Ibihwiori favour
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I've made this casserole several times now, and it's always a hit. I love that it's so versatile. I've used different types of beans, cheeses, and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


ali faizan
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This is the perfect recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also great for potlucks and parties. I highly recommend it!


Portia Msomi
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I made this casserole for my family last night, and they loved it! My kids especially enjoyed the crispy crushed tortilla chips on top. I will definitely be making this again.


Otto Neff
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This casserole is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use ingredients that I usually have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover tamales.


Rana Danial
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The combination of sweet and spicy is perfect, and the casserole is incredibly cheesy and satisfying. It's definitely going into my regular rotation of recipes.


Riaz Riaz
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This hot tamale casserole was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavor and the moist, tender texture. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


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