🧀 Cheesy Beef Taco Pie

A hearty, family-friendly dish packed with bold Mexican-inspired flavors,
seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and a golden crust.
Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings!

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• ½ cup salsa
• 1 cup canned black beans, drained (optional)
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef Filling:
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until soft (3–4 minutes).
   Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
   Drain excess fat.

   Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, salsa, black beans (if using), and corn.
   Simmer 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

2. Prepare the Batter:
   In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, flour, salt, and baking powder until smooth.
3. Assemble the Pie:
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.

   Spread beef mixture evenly in dish. Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella over top.
   Pour batter evenly over everything.

4. Bake:
   Bake 35–40 minutes until golden brown and set in center.
   Rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions

• Sour cream
• Fresh chopped cilantro
• Diced tomatoes
• Avocado slices or guacamole
• Extra salsa

Tips

• Add jalapeños or chili flakes for extra spice.
• Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
• For a low-carb option, skip the flour batter and bake just beef and cheese.