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    Easy Gluten Free Tamale Pie

    Sep 5, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    This easy gluten free tamale pie recipe is the perfect ground beef casserole for weeknight dinners! It is a one pan comfort food meal made in a cast iron skillet. The seasoned beef mixture is topped with delicious homemade cornbread.

    a cast iron skillet of easy gluten free tamale pie with cornbread topping.

    I love a one pan meal! This easy gluten free tamale pie is all made in one cast iron skillet. It's a quick ground beef weeknight meal that the whole family will love.

    If you are looking for more cast iron meals you might also enjoy my Gluten Free Skillet Enchiladas, this Gluten Free Walking Taco Casserole, my Gluten Free Chicken Parmesan Pasta Casserole, this Gluten Free Sloppy Joe Casserole or my Gluten Free Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole recipes.

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    Ingredients

    • Ground Beef
    • Yellow Onion
    • Minced Garlic
    • Stewed Tomatoes
    • Whole Kernel Corn
    • Tomato Paste
    • Black Olives
    • Chili Powder
    • Ground Cumin
    • Sea Salt
    • Unsalted Butter
    • Milk
    • Egg
    • Gluten Free Cornmeal
    • Gluten Free Flour
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Baking Powder

    Instructions

    In a cast iron skillet over medium heat cook the beef until very little pink remains. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent.

    Add the stewed tomatoes, corn, tomato paste, olives, chili powder, cumin and salt. Stir to combine. Remove the pan from heat.

    In your stand mixer beat together the unsalted butter, milk egg, cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Spread the cornbread mixture over top of the ground beef mixture.

    Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until the cornbread topping is browned.

    Hint: I love to serve this casserole with sour cream and cheese on top.

    Supplies

    I get some of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

    Storage

    Store this casserole in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat plate each serving and then top with a damp paper towel while microwaving.

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    Easy Gluten Free Tamale Pie


    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This easy gluten free tamale pie recipe is the perfect ground beef casserole for weeknight dinners! It is a one pan comfort food meal made in a cast iron skillet. The seasoned beef mixture is topped with delicious homemade cornbread.


    Ingredients

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    1 pound Ground Beef
    1 small Yellow Onion, chopped
    1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
    14.5 ounce can Stewed Tomatoes
    15 ounce can Whole Kernel Corn, drained
    6 ounce can Tomato Paste
    2.25 ounce can Sliced Black Olives
    2 teaspoon Chili Powder
    1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
    1 teaspoon Sea Salt
    ½ teaspoon Coarse Ground Black Pepper

    Cornbread Topping:
    ¼ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
    1 ½ cups Milk
    1 large Egg
    1 cup Gluten Free Cornmeal
    1 cup Gluten Free Flour
    2 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
    1 tablespoon Baking Powder
    ½ teaspoon Sea Salt


    Instructions

    In a cast iron skillet over medium heat cook the beef until very little pink remains. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent.

    Add the stewed tomatoes, corn, tomato paste, olives, chili powder, cumin and salt. Stir to combine. Remove the pan from heat.

    In your stand mixer beat together the unsalted butter, milk egg, cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Spread the cornbread mixture over top of the ground beef mixture.

    Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until the cornbread topping is browned.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Dinner, Meals
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Keywords: casserole, ground beef, cornbread, Mexican, dinner, cornmeal, cast iron skillet, comfort food

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    FAQ

    Can I make this recipe with chicken or turkey?

    Yes! Ground turkey or cubes on boneless skinless chicken breast are perfect for this recipe. Follow the same instructions and cook your meat first, then add the rest of your ingredients.

    What toppings are good on tamale pie?

    This easy gluten free tamale pie is delicious with sour cream and shredded cheese on top. For extra spice you can also serve it with fire roasted green peppers or salsa.

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