Camp cook's casserole

5 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
poundsLean ground beef; crumbled
½cupChopped onion
3tablespoonsDry taco seasoning mix
14½ounceMexican-style tomatoes chopped (discard 2 Tbsp liquid)
30ouncesCanned pinto beans
cupRipe olives, sliced
3tablespoonsChopped fresh parsley
4ouncesMonterey Jack cheese (shredded)
1Can cornbread twists (refrigerated dough)
1Egg yolk; slightly beaten
1tablespoonWater

Directions

1. Saute beef and onion in a 12" cast-iron skillet over medium heat; drain.

2. Add taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, olives and parsley. Sprinkle with cheese.

3. Twist cornbread strips while shaping in lattice pattern over mixture, making sure strips adhere to sides of dish.Brush twists with mixture of egg and water.

4. Bake at 350 F for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned.

* COOKFDN brings you this recipe with permission from: * Texas Beef Council --