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Ultra Easy Cowboy Cornbread Casserole with Jiffy Mix

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Make this hearty Cowboy Cornbread Casserole for a quick, comforting, and budget-friendly family dinner using simple ingredients and Jiffy cornbread mix.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 box (8.5 ounces) cornbread mix (like Jiffy), prepared according to package directions
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Stir in the drained corn, undrained diced tomatoes and green chilies, cream of mushroom soup, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat the mixture through for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
  5. Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package directions, usually involving adding an egg and milk.
  6. Pour the prepared cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the casserole from the oven and immediately sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the hot cornbread topping. Let it sit for 5 minutes for the cheese to melt.
  9. Cut into squares and serve this comforting meal warm.

Notes

  • For an extra Tex-Mex flavor, substitute the cream of mushroom soup with one can of cream of chicken soup mixed with 1/2 cup of sour cream.
  • You can easily double this recipe for a larger crowd or for freezer meal prepping. Freeze before baking for best results.
  • If you want a spicier kick, add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the beef filling.

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