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Loaded Cornbread Casserole

Loaded Cornbread Casserole

This Loaded Cornbread Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Layers of cheesy cornbread, savory meat, veggies, and spice make it perfect as a side dish or hearty main.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • Cornbread Base
  • 2 boxes 8.5 oz each cornbread mix (like Jiffy)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk whole milk or buttermilk
  • 1 can 14.75 oz creamed corn
  • 1 can 15 oz whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Protein & Veggies
  • 1 lb ground beef or sausage
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 –2 jalapeños diced (optional, for spice)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade mix
  • ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled (optional)
  • Cheese & Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)
  • Green onions sliced (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Instructions
  2. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. Cook the meat: In a skillet, brown ground beef (or sausage) over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain fat. Add onions, peppers, garlic, and taco seasoning. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Mix the cornbread base: In a large bowl, combine cornbread mix, eggs, milk, sour cream, creamed corn, and whole corn kernels. Stir until just combined.
  5. Assemble the casserole: Pour half of the cornbread mixture into the prepared dish. Spread the meat mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle with half of the cheese. Pour remaining cornbread batter on top. Finish with the rest of the cheese and bacon crumbles.
  6. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  7. Rest & serve: Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro and green onions. Serve warm with sour cream or salsa on the side.