Southwest Taco Pie Recipe

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Ingredients

• 1 deep dish pie shell
• 1 lb extra lean ground beef
• 1-1 oz package taco seasoning mix
• 1/4 cup Water
• 2 large tomatoes, diced and divided
• 1 cup (250 mL) frozen corn kernels
• ½ cup (125 mL) drained and rinsed canned black beans
• 1 cup (250 mL) shredded nacho cheese

Directions

1. PREHEAT oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the pie shell according to package directions for a baked pie shell. Set aside.
2. BROWN beef in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain meat if necessary and return to pan. Add taco seasoning mix and water and stir until well combined. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat.
3. STIR ½ the tomatoes plus corn and black beans into meat mixture.
4. SPOON the meat mixture into baked pie shell and cover with remaining tomatoes. Top with cheese.
5. BAKE at 400°F (200°C) for 20 to 25 minutes or until cheese is melted and slightly golden.

Tips

• Serve with chopped green onions, sour cream, salsa and guacamole for a complete southwest meal.
• Make your taco filling and bake pie shell the day before. Refrigerate filling overnight and fill the baked pie shell just before the final baking for a faster dinner preparation!
• Use ground chicken, turkey or pork for a different flavor!
• Use tart shells, for individual servings or an easy appetizer. Recipe fills 24 tart shells (2 packages).