Tamale Bake Casserole

Prep: 15 min Cook: 43 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

Tamale Bake Casserole is a comforting fusion of flavors, featuring savory tamales baked with a creamy corn mixture and topped with melted cheese. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, offering a delightful taste of Mexican cuisine that everyone will enjoy.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (29 oz.) can tamales
  • 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 (16 oz.) can cream-style corn
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 c. pitted ripe olive halves
  • 1/8 tsp. garlic salt
  • 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheese
  • 3 beaten eggs

Instructions

  1. Drain tamales; reserve sauce.
  2. Remove papers and slice tamales crosswise; set aside.
  3. Combine tamale sauce, flour, chili powder, and garlic salt.
  4. Add eggs, corn, olives, and tamales to the mixture.
  5. Turn into a 10 x 9 x 2-inch dish.
  6. Bake in a 350° oven for 40 minutes or until set.
  7. Sprinkle cheese on top and bake for an additional 3 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

427 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.5g 35% DV
Total Fat 15.2g 19% DV
Carbs 61.8g 22% DV
Fiber 10.5g 38% DV
Sugar 2.9g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1023.8mg 45% DV
Potassium 764.3mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 96mg 32% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 472.5mcg 53% DV
Vitamin C 1.4mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 326.3mg 25% DV
Iron 6.3mg 35% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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