Reba’s Mexican Cornbread Recipe

I’ve never been considered much of a cook. But when I make my beans and Mexican cornbread, no one ever complains! As my daughter, Chass, would say, “She loves beans!” True, and I love my Mexican cornbread too!

 

Makes 16 servings

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salted butter
• 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
• 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Reba’s Place Burger Seasoning (recipe follows)
• 2 (8.5-ounce) packages Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
• 2 eggs
• ⅔ cup whole milk
• 8 slices American cheese
• 1 (14.75-ounce) can creamed corn

Reba’s Place Burger Seasoning:

• 2 tablespoons seasoned salt (like Lawry’s)
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 1 tablespoon chili powder

Whisk to combine. Keep stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.

 

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until softened and translucent.

Add the ground meat to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until thoroughly browned. Season with salt and Reba’s Place Burger Seasoning (if using). Carefully drain any excess fat from the pan and set aside.

Place the cornbread mix in a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs and milk and whisk until combined. Pour half of the cornbread batter into the baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with the browned meat and onion mixture. Arrange the American cheese slices over the meat.

Mix the creamed corn into the remaining cornbread batter. Pour the mixture into the baking dish, covering the layer of cheese. Transfer to the middle rack of the oven. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Remove the baking dish from the oven. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving

 

Cook With Reba

Two more recipes from Not That Fancy for AARP members to try:

Chicken Thighs With Vegetables and Beans

This is a great go-to when having friends over. 

Strawberry Shortcake

This dessert is a classic for a reason!

Read about Reba McEntire’s book, Not That Fancy.