Tamale Pie

Need a recipe for dinner that is quick, easy, and makes great leftovers?  Give this Tamale Pie a try!

The friend who gave this recipe to me said it was from Pampered Chef. 

1 lb. Ground Beef (I use Turkey)
1 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
7 1/2 oz. Canned Tomatoes, crushed and drained 
          (or Rotel for more heat)
16 oz. Can Refried Beans
16 oz. Picante Sauce
8 3/4 oz. Can Whole Kernel Corn
1/2 C. Green Onions, sliced
1/4 tsp. Cumin
16 oz. Cornbread Mix, prepared (I have substituted Greek Yogurt for the eggs in the mix
           with very good results)
1 C. Shredded Cheese

In a large skillet, brown meat with garlic powder; drain.  In a large bowl, mix meat with remaining ingredients, except cornbread mix and cheese.

Spoon the meat mixture evenly into bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish.  Fold cheese into prepared cornbread mix.  Top meat with cornbread and cheese mix.  Bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes.  Let stand 10 minutes.  Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Wasn't that simple?  

You'll be surprised how easy, yet tasty this Tamale Pie is.

Thanks for stopping by the Tub!

Ellie