Name: Super Bowl Vegetarian Tamale Pie Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 cups water; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels; 1 cup diced bell peppers (variety of colors); 2 tsp cumin; 2 tsp chili powder; 1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack), divided

Description

A flavorful and hearty Vegetarian Tamale Pie perfect for Super Bowl gatherings, featuring layers of spicy black beans, corn, bell peppers, and a cheesy cornbread topping baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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For the Cornbread Batter

1 cup cornmeal
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups water

For the Filling

1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 cup diced bell peppers (variety of colors)
2 tsp cumin
2 tsp chili powder
1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack), divided

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare dish: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
Make cornbread batter: In a bowl, whisk together cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and water until you have a smooth batter. Pour half of this batter into the greased baking dish to create the first layer.
Prepare filling: In another bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black beans, corn kernels, diced bell peppers, cumin, chili powder, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors evenly.
Layer filling: Spread the bean and vegetable mixture evenly over the first layer of cornbread batter in the baking dish.
Add top layer: Pour the remaining cornbread batter over the filling layer, spreading gently to cover. Sprinkle the leftover shredded cheese on top for a melty, cheesy finish.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the pie is cooked through.
Cool and serve: Remove from oven and allow the tamale pie to cool slightly before slicing. This helps the layers set and makes serving easier.

Notes

You can substitute the water in the cornbread batter with vegetable broth for extra flavor.
Feel free to add jalapeños or other chili peppers for added heat.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated; cover tightly and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes before serving.
For a vegan version, replace cheese with a dairy-free alternative.