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Ground Turkey Tamale Pie

Name: Ground Turkey Tamale Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound lean ground turkey; 1 medium yellow onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 can pinto beans, 15 ounces, drained and rinsed; 1 can diced tomatoes, 8 ounces; 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped; 1 teaspoon adobo sauce; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 package cornbread mix, 8.5 ounces; 1 large egg; 1/3 cup milk

This ground turkey tamale pie layers a smoky turkey, bean, tomato, chipotle, cheese, and cilantro filling under a golden cornbread topping. It is hearty and comforting, with enough chipotle to add depth and warmth without overwhelming the rest of the dish.

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Heat the oven to 400°F. Butter a 9 inch deep pie dish or a 2 quart baking dish.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for about 8 minutes, breaking up the turkey, until it reaches 165°F and is no longer pink.
Drain any excess liquid. Stir in the cumin, pinto beans, tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the cheddar and cilantro, then spread the filling in the prepared dish.
Prepare the cornbread mix with the egg and milk. Spread the batter evenly over the filling.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cornbread topping is golden and cooked through. Rest for 5 minutes before cutting.

From Justin’s kitchen

Two chipotle peppers make a flavorful, moderately spicy filling. Use one for gentler heat or add another spoonful of adobo sauce for more smoke.

Ground Turkey Tamale Pie

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