Mexican Cornbread Casserole: A Cozy and Indulgent Family Feast
Enjoy the warmth and comfort of this Mexican Cornbread Casserole, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 cups shredded cheese, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, baking powder, chili powder, and cumin.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- In a greased baking dish, layer the beans, corn, tomatoes, and half the cheese.
- Pour the cornbread batter over the layers in the baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- For added spice, consider adding jalapeños or your favorite hot sauce.
- This dish pairs well with avocado or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Mexican Cornbread Casserole, family feast, comfort food