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Cornbread Chili Pie
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Instructions
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Place oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat.
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Once hot, add the onion and cook 2 minutes until soft and lightly golden. Remove to a small bowl.
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Place the ground beef in the cast iron skillet and cook until browned throughout, about 8 minutes.
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Once the ground beef is fully cooked, add the cooked onions and the minced garlic. Cook 2 minutes, then add the crushed tomatoes and drained beans. Stir well to combine.
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Add seasoning and stir to distribute evenly. Continue to cook as you prepare the cornbread.
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Preheat oven to 375F.
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Pour the cornbread mixture over the chili, covering it completely.
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Remove the cast iron skillet from the stove and place in the oven.
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Bake for 10-15 minutes, until cornbread is golden and cooked through.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Your Beef Properly 🥩Use high heat and avoid crowding the pan when browning ground beef; let it develop a deep crust for 3-4 minutes before stirring to maximize savory flavor depth.
- Bloom Your Spices 🌶️Toast your chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in the hot oil for 30 seconds before adding meat to release their essential oils and intensify their complex flavors.
- Layer Your Cornbread Topping ⭐Don't overmix the cornbread batter; gently fold it together and spread directly over the hot chili—the heat will help it rise perfectly, creating a fluffy, golden crust.
- Taste and Season in Layers 👅Season the chili base before adding beans, then taste again after simmering to adjust for salt and spice balance, since flavors concentrate as liquid reduces.
- Rest Before Serving 🕐Let the finished pie cool for 5 minutes after baking so the cornbread sets properly and the chili thickens slightly, preventing it from becoming runny when served.
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