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 Cornbread Taco Bake

Ingredients:

• 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
• 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
• 1 packet taco seasoning ($1)
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend) ($2)
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed ($1)
• 1 cup salsa ($2)
• 1 egg (for the cornbread mix) ($0.25)
• 1/3 cup milk (for the cornbread mix) ($0.25)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain excess grease, and add taco seasoning according to package instructions. Stir in black beans and salsa.
3. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread mix according to the package (combine mix, egg, and milk).
5. Pour cornbread batter over the beef mixture and spread evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden brown.
7. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

        BBQ Chicken Cornbread Casserole

   

   Ingredients: 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)2 cups shredded cooked chicken ($5)
8. • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce ($1.50)
   • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) ($2)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce.
   3. Spread the BBQ chicken mixture evenly in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter by mixing the package with milk and egg.
   5. Pour cornbread batter evenly over the BBQ chicken.
   6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the cornbread batter.
   7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown.

   Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 lb ground beef ($5)
   • 1/2 cup ketchup ($1)
   • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce ($1.50)
   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown ground beef, drain grease, and mix in ketchup and BBQ sauce.
   3. Spread sloppy Joe mixture in a greased baking dish.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the beef mixture.
   5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden.                                                                    

   Chicken Pot Pie with Cornbread Topping

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover) ($5)
   • 1 can cream of chicken soup ($1.50)
   • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables ($1)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, and frozen vegetables. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
   3. Spread the chicken mixture in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter by mixing the package with milk and egg.
   5. Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the chicken mixture.
   6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown.
   7. Let it cool slightly before serving.
                                                                                                                                                              

   Jiffy Cornbread Tamale Pie

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
   • 1 cup enchilada sauce ($2)
   • 1/2 cup corn kernels ($1)
   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 cup shredded cheese ($2)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown ground beef, drain grease, and mix in enchilada sauce and corn.
   3. Spread meat mixture in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter, pour over the meat mixture, and sprinkle cheese on top.
   5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

   1. Beef and Cornbread Skillet                

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• Ingredients:                                                                                                                                         
• 1 lb ground beef ($5)
• 1/2 onion, diced ($0.50)
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced ($0.75)
• 1 packet taco seasoning ($1)
• 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
• 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
• 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

1. Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown ground beef in an oven-safe skillet. Add onion, bell pepper, and taco seasoning.
   3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the beef mixture in the skillet.
   4. Bake for 25 minutes or until the cornbread is golden and cooked.

                                                                                                                                         Cheesy Cornbread Chili Pie Recipe   

   

   
   

   Ingredients:

   Chili Layer:

   • 1 tablespoon olive oil
   • 1 medium onion, diced
   • 2 garlic cloves, minced
   • 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
   • 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
   • 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed
   • 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (with juice)
   • 1 (6-ounce) can of tomato paste
   • 1 cup beef or chicken broth
   • 1 tablespoon chili powder
   • 1 teaspoon cumin
   • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
   • 1 teaspoon salt
   • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
   • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)

   Cornbread Topping:

   • 1 cup cornmeal
   • 1 cup all-purpose flour
   • 2 tablespoons sugar
   • 1 tablespoon baking powder
   • 1/2 teaspoon salt
   • 1 cup milk
   • 1 large egg
   • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
   • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat the Oven:

      • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

   2. Prepare the Chili Layer:

      • In a large oven-safe skillet or pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
      • Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
      • Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
      • Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth.
      • Add the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Mix well.
      • Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   3. Prepare the Cornbread Topping:

      • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
      • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter.
      • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.

   4. Assemble the Pie:

      • Spread the chili evenly in the skillet.
      • Pour the cornbread batter over the top of the chili, spreading it to cover the chili layer completely.

   5. Bake the Pie:

      • Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through (a toothpick inserted should come out clean).

   6. Serve:

   • Let the pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Scoop into bowls or serve directly from the skillet.
   • Optionally, garnish with sour cream, green onions, or extra cheese                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

      Cornbread Pizza Bake  

                                                                                                                                                             
     
     
     

     Ingredients:

     • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
     • 1 cup pizza sauce ($2)
     • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese ($2)
     • Pepperoni or favorite pizza toppings ($3)
     • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
     • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

     Instructions:

     1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
     2. Spread cornbread batter in a greased baking dish.
     3. Top with pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings.
     4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cornbread base is cooked.                                                 

     •  Southwestern Cornbread Casserole               

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     Ingredients:

     • 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
     • 1 can black beans ($1)
     • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies ($1.50)
     • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
     • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
     • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

     Instructions:

     1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
     2. Brown ground beef, drain grease, and stir in black beans and diced tomatoes.
     3. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish.
     4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the meat mixture.
     5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden.

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   • Cornbread Chicken Casserole                                                                                                                                       

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     Ingredients:

     • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
     • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken ($5)
     • 1 can cream of mushroom soup ($1.50)
     • 1/2 cup frozen peas or mixed veggies ($1)
     • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
     • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

     Instructions:

     1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
     2. Mix shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, and frozen peas in a bowl. Spread into a greased baking dish.
     3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the chicken mixture.
     4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cornbread is golden.
                                                                                                                                                            

   
   

   Cornbread Shepherd’s Pie                                         

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
   • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables ($1)
   • 1/2 cup beef gravy or brown gravy ($1.50)
   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown ground beef in a skillet, drain grease, and stir in frozen vegetables and gravy. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.
   3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and spread on top.
   4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cornbread is golden.

                                                          

   Chili-Stuffed Cornbread Cups                                                                                           

   

   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 cup leftover chili ($2)
   • 1/2 cup shredded cheese ($1)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a muffin tin.
   2. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour it halfway into each muffin cup.
   3. Add a spoonful of chili to each cup, then top with shredded cheese.
   4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cornbread is cooked through.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

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   Cornbread Enchilada Bake                                                                                                         

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
   • 1 packet taco seasoning ($1)
   • 1 cup enchilada sauce ($2)
   • 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar) ($2)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. Brown ground beef or turkey in a skillet, drain grease, and stir in taco seasoning. Add enchilada sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
   3. Spread the meat mixture in a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter by mixing the package with milk and egg.
   5. Pour the cornbread batter evenly over the meat mixture.
   6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
   7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is cooked through.

                                                      

                                                                                                   Cornbread Shrimp Skillet                                                                                      

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined ($7)
   • 2 cloves garlic, minced ($0.50)
   • 2 tbsp butter ($0.50)
   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Sauté shrimp with garlic and butter in an oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes.
   3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour it over the shrimp in the skillet.
   4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cornbread is golden.

                                                          

                                                                                               Mexican Cornbread Salad                                      

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 can pinto beans, drained ($1.50)
   • 1 cup corn kernels ($1)
   • 1 cup diced tomatoes ($1.50)
   • 1/2 cup diced red onion ($0.50)
   • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese ($1.50)
   • 1/2 cup ranch dressing ($1)
   • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional) ($0.50)

   Instructions:

   1. Bake the Jiffy cornbread according to package instructions, let it cool, and crumble it into chunks.
   2. In a large bowl, layer crumbled cornbread, pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes, red onion, and shredded cheese.
   3. Drizzle ranch dressing on top and sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve immediately as a hearty salad or side dish.

                                                                                         Cornbread Tuna Casserole                                                                   

   
   
   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 2 cans tuna, drained ($3)
   • 1 can cream of mushroom soup ($1.50)
   • 1/2 cup frozen peas ($0.50)
   • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese ($1.50)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. In a bowl, mix tuna, cream of mushroom soup, peas, and shredded cheese. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish.
   3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the tuna mixture.
   4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cornbread is golden.

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   Cornbread and Sausage Breakfast Bake                                                                                       

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1/2 lb breakfast sausage ($3)
   • 1/2 cup shredded cheese ($1.50)
   • 4 eggs, beaten ($1.50)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown breakfast sausage in a skillet and drain excess grease.
   3. In a greased baking dish, layer sausage, shredded cheese, and beaten eggs.
   4. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the top.
   5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cornbread is cooked through.

                                                          

                                                                                                                                                                                                             Tex-Mex Cornbread Bake                                                                                                        

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 lb ground beef or turkey ($5)
   • 1 packet taco seasoning ($1)
   • 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies ($1.50)
   • 1 cup shredded cheese ($2)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
   2. Brown ground beef, drain grease, and mix in taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes. Spread mixture in a greased baking dish.
   3. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter and pour over the beef mixture.
   4. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Cheesy Ham and Corn Cornbread Bake                                                                                             

   
   
   

   Ingredients:

   • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix ($1)
   • 1 cup diced ham ($3)
   • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ($2)
   • 1/2 cup canned corn, drained ($1)
   • 1/3 cup milk (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)
   • 1 egg (for cornbread mix) ($0.25)

   Instructions:

   1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. Prepare Jiffy cornbread batter by mixing the package with milk and egg.
   3. Stir diced ham, shredded cheese, and corn into the cornbread batter.
   4. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
   5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden and fully cooked in the center.
   6. Let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares to serve.