Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with our Spicy Mexican Beef Casserole. This easy-to-make dish combines the richness of ground beef, aromatic spices, and a cheesy cornbread stuffing for a mouthwatering experience.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small finely chopped onion
- 1 ½ cups water
- ¼ cup salted butter
- 1 (6 ounce) package cornbread stuffing mix
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with jalapeno
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce (Tabasco® or to taste)
- 1 (8.75 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the beef is fully cooked and crumbly (5-7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- While the beef is cooking, prepare the stuffing. Boil water and butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in the stuffing mix, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Combine diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and hot sauce with the beef mixture. Let it simmer for 2 minutes. Add corn and Cheddar cheese, continuing to simmer until the cheese melts completely (approximately 1 minute). Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish, spreading cornbread stuffing evenly on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until it achieves a golden brown hue (20-30 minutes).
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 456
- Fat: 26g
- Carbs: 33g
- Protein: 24g
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredient brands and portion sizes.
Cooking Tips:
- Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of hot pepper sauce.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and fresh cilantro for added flavor.