Mexicornbread Casserole
The original recipe: Beef Tamale Casserole by Plain Chicken

Serves 8
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
For the cornbread:
1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients together: cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the egg, oil, and milk to the dry ingredients and mix gently to combine.
4. Spray a 9"x13" pan with non-stick spray and pour in the cornbread batter, spreading it as evenly as you can.
5. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes until cooked through.
Tip: Use a knife and poke through the centre - if it comes out clean, it's done.
For the meat sauce:
1. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and use a spatula to break apart into small pieces.
2. Add the taco seasoning and cook until the beef is brown and cooked through.
3. Add the enchilada sauce and salsa, cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Top evenly with the shredded cheddar cheese and bake for 15 minutes.
5. Rest for approximately 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tip: Top with your favourite taco toppings! I like mine with sour cream and jalapenos.
Cornbread:
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup white, granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
1 cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Meat Sauce:
1lb ground beef
1 can (296mL) enchilada sauce
1 packet spicy taco seasoning
2/3 cup medium salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
