True Tamale Pie
True Tamale Pie is an moderately easy Mexican dessert you can prepare in about 2 hours 12 minutes. Made with kidney beans, onion, green pepper, garlic or substitute with garlic powder and jalapeño pepper, finely chopped, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. A crowd-pleaser that never disappoints.
Drain liquid from beans, reserving 1/4 cup liquid.
In skillet, heat bean liquid, add onion, garlic, green pepper and jalapeño pepper.
Cook until tender or until liquid is absorbed (10 to 15 minutes).
Add beans, corn and tomatoes.
Cook uncovered for 15 minutes until it thickens. Heat oven to 350°. Mix cornbread mix according to directions on package.
Set aside. Pour 1/2 of the vegetable mixture into a baking dish.
Spread evenly.
Spread 1/2 of cornbread mix over vegetables, then sprinkle half of the cheese over the cornbread mix.
Repeat layering, ending with the cornbread.
Keep 1/2 of the cheese aside.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Add cheese to top.
Bake for 15 minutes, until top is browned and the cheese has melted.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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