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Super Easy Weeknight Cowboy Cornbread Casserole with Ground Beef and Jiffy Mix

A close-up slice of cowboy cornbread casserole showing a thick, golden cornbread top over a savory filling of ground beef and corn.
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Make this hearty, family-friendly Cowboy Cornbread Casserole using ground beef, corn, beans, and a simple Jiffy cornbread topping. It is a quick, comforting one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 box (8.5 ounces) Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
  • Ingredients listed on Jiffy box for preparation (usually milk and eggs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir the rinsed black beans, drained corn, Rotel tomatoes (with liquid), chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the beef mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the meat layer.
  5. Prepare the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix according to the package directions, using the required milk and eggs.
  6. Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the meat and cheese layer.
  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. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce to the beef mixture before topping with cornbread.
  • You can substitute pinto beans for black beans if you prefer.
  • This recipe works well for potlucks because it travels easily.

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