amerimanx_travels
on 15 November 2023

MeShell’s Diner Tamalè Pie

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Tamalè Pie combines the heartiness of traditional tamales with the ease of a pie. Ideal for vanlife cooking, this recipe layers cornbread with a savoury filling of spiced meat and cheese, baked together until bubbly and golden. Prepare the cornbread from scratch or use ready-made for convenience. The filling, customisable with your choice of meat or vegetarian options, simmers to perfection on a portable stove. Topped with melted cheese, this Tamalè Pie is a comforting, one-dish meal perfect after a day of adventures, easily cooked and enjoyed in the cosy confines of your campervan.

Serve with your choice of my guacamole dip or sour cream, re-fried beans or even a green salad if your feeling healthy. Quick instructions are:Make a batch of your favourite chilli, pour into a baking dish or Omnia, top with grated cheddar cheese and my cornbread recipe. Bake at about 180c until cornbread is brown & done. (When a knife comes out clean after poking)That’s it! Hope you like and enjoy. Please leave a comment if you try this recipe.

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MeShell’s Diner Tamalè Pie

amerimanx_travels
Meat Based
This recipe is quick, easy and oh so tasty.
5 from 1 vote
Leftovers
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Baking, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Servings 4 people
Diet Meat Based

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • Chilli enough to fill baking dish ½ full
  • Grated Cheddar Cheese use your discretion
  • Cornbread recipe top chilli and cheese with enough mix to leave room for cornbread to rise and bake
  • Jalapeño to top if desired

Instructions
 

  • Make a batch of your favourite chili, pour into a baking dish or Omnia, top with grated cheddar cheese and my cornbread recipe. Bake at about 180c until cornbread is done…that’s it.
Keyword chilli, leftovers, pie
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Chef Mark has been cooking since the age of knee high when he started learning Nonna’s secret family recipes.  Mark lives full-time in a self converted campervan exploring food far and wide.

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