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Cornbread Cowboy Casserole

Cornbread Cowboy Casserole is a two layered casserole with a seasoned baked bean and ground beef base, and a cheesy cornbread topping.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Keyword: Cornbread Cowboy Casserole
Servings: 8
Calories: 701kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke- iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

COWBOY BEANS

  • 1.5 pounds (680g) ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced (approximately 1 cup)
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced (approximately 1 cup)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar,
  • 1 can (28 ounces) baked beans, (I used Bush's Original Baked Beans)
  • ½ cup (140g) barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard

CORNBREAD

  • 1 cup (122g) cornmeal
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup (245g) whole milk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (113g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
  • parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.

Cowboy Beans

  • In a large (the skillet pictured is a 12-inch), oven-safe skillet* over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, onion, green pepper, garlic salt, and onion powder. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink. Remove from heat. Drain grease.
  • Add the cooked bacon crumbles, brown sugar, baked beans, barbecue sauce, and dijon mustard. Stir together until fully incorporated.

Cornbread

  • In a large bowl whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
  • In a separate large bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and butter.
  • Add the cornmeal mixture to the milk mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in the cheese.
  • Carefully pour the cornbread batter over the beans, and spread to the edge of the skillet, making sure they are completely covered.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cornbread comes out clean.
  • Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

*You can also use a 9x13 casserole dish. 

Nutrition

Calories: 701kcal