Description
A comforting blend of savory ground beef, sweet corn, and fluffy cornbread, this Cowboy Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn (drained)
- 1/2 cup jalapeños (fresh or pickled, diced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp)
- 1 box cornbread mix (prepared according to package instructions)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart for even texture.
- Drain any excess grease. Stir in the drained sweet corn and diced jalapeños until well combined.
- Prepare the cornbread mix according to package instructions, adding any extra ingredients like spices if desired.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cornbread batter over the top, spreading gently.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Top with sour cream if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, replace ground beef with black beans or lentils. - Adjust jalapeño amounts based on your spice preference. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.