Upside-Down Salsa Cornbread

Health score
20%
Upside-Down Salsa Cornbread
45 min.
6
540kcal

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Introducing a delightful twist on traditional cornbread that is sure to excite your taste buds—Upside-Down Salsa Cornbread! Bursting with flavors, this dish combines the heartiness of cornbread with the zesty kick of salsa, making it a perfect comfort food for any occasion. Ideal for weeknight dinners or a cozy gathering with friends, this recipe is not only easy to make but also comes together in just 45 minutes.

The beauty of this dish lies in its charming presentation. As you flip the skillet, you reveal a colorful layer of sautéed bell peppers and savory ground beef, perfectly crowned by a fluffy cornbread topping. Each slice is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, offering a pleasing balance of spice from the chili powder and salsa, alongside the creamy richness of cheese and buttermilk. Not to mention, it's a great way to sneak in some veggies!

With just a few straightforward steps, you can master this crowd-pleaser that serves six generous portions, making it a wonderful choice for family meals or entertaining guests. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, you'll find joy in creating this enticing dish that promises to become a new favorite. So, let's get cooking and elevate your cornbread game with this vibrant Upside-Down Salsa Cornbread!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • cups martha buttermilk self-rising corn meal mix white
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • pound ground beef lean
  • 1.3 cups milk 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • medium bell pepper green red seeded cut into rings
  • 16 ounce salsa chunky-style
  • teaspoon salt 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 42
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 10 1/2-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat until hot.
  3. Add the ground beef, onion, chili powder, salt, and garlic salt; cook until the beef is no longer pink, stirring frequently and breaking up any clumps of meat.
  4. Remove the beef mixture from the skillet to a bowl.
  5. Place the bell pepper rings in a single layer in the bottom of the skillet. Spoon the beef mixture over the rings.
  6. Make the topping: Stir together the corn meal mix, cheese, sugar, salsa, milk, 3 tablespoons oil, and egg in a medium bowl; stir until well blended.
  7. Spread the batter evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet.
  8. Bake until golden brown, 32 to 38 minutes.
  9. Place a serving plate over the skillet; carefully invert and remove the skillet.
  10. Cut into wedges and carefully turn each wedge upside down onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories540kcal
Protein21.64%
Fat38.84%
Carbs39.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.68
Glycemic Load
2.76
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.583043658215%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.94mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
3.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:540.31kcal
27.02%
Fat:23.55g
36.23%
Saturated Fat:8.19g
51.17%
Carbohydrates:53.92g
17.97%
Net Carbohydrates:48.31g
17.57%
Sugar:8.48g
9.42%
Cholesterol:102.87mg
34.29%
Sodium:2035.99mg
88.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.52g
59.05%
Phosphorus:706.01mg
70.6%
Folate:168.9µg
42.22%
Vitamin B3:8.17mg
40.83%
Calcium:404.75mg
40.47%
Zinc:5.86mg
39.07%
Vitamin B6:0.77mg
38.66%
Vitamin B12:2.24µg
37.37%
Vitamin B2:0.6mg
35.03%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.47%
Selenium:22.86µg
32.65%
Iron:5.26mg
29.22%
Fiber:5.61g
22.44%
Vitamin C:18.37mg
22.27%
Manganese:0.44mg
22.01%
Vitamin K:22.58µg
21.5%
Potassium:737.05mg
21.06%
Vitamin A:1014.72IU
20.29%
Magnesium:74.6mg
18.65%
Vitamin E:2.33mg
15.56%
Vitamin B5:1.29mg
12.89%
Copper:0.22mg
11.05%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.1%
Source:My Recipes