Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole

Name: Mexicali Spoon Bread Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pound(s) lean ground beef; 1 cup(s) chopped onion; 1/4 cup(s) chopped green bell pepper; 1 clove(s) garlic, minced; 15 ounce(s) tomato sauce; 1 can(s) corn, undrained (15.25 oz); 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 1 teaspoon(s) chili powder; 1 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper, optional; 1/8 teaspoon(s) black pepper; 1/2 cup(s) ripe olives, sliced; ## TOPPING INGREDIENTS; 1 1/2 cup(s) milk; 1/2 cup(s) yellow cornmeal; 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; 3/4 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese; 2 large eggs, beaten

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:40min

This hearty spoon bread casserole will be a hit with your family. It's filled with Southwest flavors. The savory base of seasoned ground beef, bell peppers, black olives, corn, and spices like chili powder and cayenne simmers in a tomato sauce. It's topped with a cheesy, golden brown cornmeal crust. A comforting weeknight meal. If you're not a fan of heat, reduce the spices. It will still be delicious.

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:31:44 GMT