MEATLESS TAMALE PIE

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Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound poblano chilies
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 to 2 jalapeño chilies, seeded, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice, drained, 3/4 cup juice reserved
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
12-pound butternut squash, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
7 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tomatoes, sliced
Fresh cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Roast poblano chilies over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Enclose chilies in paper bag. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and coarsely chop chilies.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn kernels and cook until beginning to brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeño chilies, garlic, cumin and oregano; sauté 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in roasted poblano chilies, canned tomatoes, 1/2 cup reserved juice from canned tomatoes, green onions and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook squash in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Set aside. Mix cheeses in medium bowl.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly oil 15 x 10 x 2-inch glass baking dish. Combine 5 cups water and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil. Combine cornmeal and remaining 2 cups water in medium bowl. Gradually whisk cornmeal mixture into boiling salted water. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until cornmeal is very tender and mixture is thick, stirring often, about 14 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in yogurt.
  • Spread 2/3 of cornmeal over bottom of prepared dish (cover remaining cornmeal to keep warm). Arrange squash over cornmeal in dish. Sprinkle squash with salt and pepper. Sprinkle 2 cups cheese over squash. Spoon corn kernel mixture evenly over cheese, spreading with spatula. Spread remaining cornmeal evenly over corn kernel mixture. Arrange tomato slices atop cornmeal, pressing gently. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle remaining 1/4 cup juice from canned tomatoes over. Sprinkle remaining cheese evenly over casserole.
  • Bake casserole uncovered until heated through and top is golden, about 1 hour. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm, covered with foil, in 350°F oven until heated through, about 30 minutes.)
  • Let casserole stand 15 minutes. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and serve.

Jessica Sika
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Maxwel Wanjala
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This tamale pie is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Ahmed Qasim
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I'll definitely be making this tamale pie again.


Ridoy Sarker
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This recipe is a keeper!


Alana Griffiths
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This tamale pie was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.


Prayash Rana
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I'm always looking for new and interesting vegetarian dishes to try, and this tamale pie definitely fit the bill.


Noormahmad Khan
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This tamale pie is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Moola Buksh
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the end result is always delicious.


sona stylish
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This tamale pie was a hit! The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was great.


Girman Gurung
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The tamale pie was hearty and flavorful, and the cornbread topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Rafi Islam Islam
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I made this tamale pie for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it, even the meat-eaters. The filling was flavorful and the cornbread topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


John Lineberger jr.
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This was the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night. The tamale pie was warm and filling, and the cornbread topping was a delicious addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Morales Romero
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new and interesting meatless dishes to try. This tamale pie definitely fit the bill. It was packed with flavor and the cornbread topping was a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rawan Mohamed Taha Farahat
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The tamale pie was hearty and flavorful, and the cornbread topping was the perfect finishing touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Suvo Gagi
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I was skeptical about trying a meatless tamale pie, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was great. I especially liked the addition of the cornbread topping.


Irene Atkichok
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This meatless tamale pie was a hit with my family! The filling was flavorful and satisfying, and the cornbread topping was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.