Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

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Cowboy Cornbread Casserole layers ground beef, beans, corn, cheese, and cornbread batter into a hearty meal that everyone loves!

Ingredients

  • 2 boxes cornbread mix
  • 2 eggs
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1-2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 can Rotel ((Or a can of diced tomatoes w/ diced chilies))
  • 1 can corn ((drained))
  • 1 can pinto beans ((Can be substituted with Ranch Style Beans for more flavor))
  • 1 cup shredded mexican blend cheese
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • toppings, as desired

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread by mixing in the eggs and milk (same directions as seen on the box). Set aside.

  3. 3

    Brown the ground beef and drain

  4. 4

    Add the taco seasoning, cheese, Rotel (undrained), pinto beans (undrained), and corn (drained) to the ground beef

  5. 5

    Mix and simmer for about 5 minutes

  6. 6

    Prepare a baking dish with non-stick spray

  7. 7

    Add cornbread mixture to meat mixture and stir until fully combined

  8. 8

    Pour everything into the baking dish

  9. 9

    Cover and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out of the center clean