Skillet Tamale Pie Recipe

Skillet Tamale Pie Recipe

  • 1 (8 ounce) onion, peeled and chopped
  • 1 pound ground lean (7% fat) beef or turkey
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans salt-free diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black ripe olives, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup nonfat milk
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  1. In an 11- to 12-inch ovenproof frying pan (2 to 3 in. deep, 2 1/2- to 3-quart capacity) over high heat, stir onion, beef, chili powder, and cumin seeds until beef is crumbled and lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes.
  2. Add tomatoes (including juices), corn, and olives; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Add salt to taste.
  3. Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk together egg, egg white, 1/2 cup cheese, milk, cornmeal, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well blended (mixture will be thin). Pour evenly over hot meat mixture. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  4. Bake in a 400 degree regular or convection oven until the top feels firm when lightly touched, about 15 minutes. Scoop out servings with a large spoon. Add salt to taste.
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