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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.