Black-Eyed Pea Casserole

A sassy southern-style filling with ground beef and black-eyed peas is topped with an easy cornbread topping.

false

( 8 Ratings)

8 Ratings

5 Stars 25%

4 Stars 38%

3 Stars 12%

2 Stars 25%

1 Stars

Member Reviews ( 6 )

7d304111-ec2f-446c-a9e3-bf653801f6fa

–

Save & Share

The Quick Take & Nutrition Info

toggle

The Quick Take:

Calories 280
Fat 7g
Saturated Fat 2g
Sodium 480mg

See What Makes It a Live Better America Recipe »

View Full Nutrition Information

Hide Full Nutrition Information

toggle

Nutrition Information:

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 280
Calories from Fat: 60),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 7g; 7%
(Saturated Fat 2g, 2% Trans Fat 0g 0% ),
Cholesterol: 35mg; 35%;
Sodium: 480mg; 480%;
Total Carbohydrate: 36g; 36%
(Dietary Fiber 4g 4% Sugars 7g 7% ),
Protein: 19g; 19%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 6%;
Vitamin C: 15%;
Calcium: 10%;
Iron: 25%;

Exchanges:

2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 1 1/2 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

2 1/2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Prep Time 20 min
Total Time 1 hr 10 min
Servings 12

Ingredients

1 1/2: lb extra-lean (at least 90%) ground beef

1: tablespoon olive or canola oil

1: medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)

1: small jalapeño chile, finely chopped

2/3: cup chopped onion

2: cans (15 to 16 oz each) black-eyed peas, drained, rinsed

2: cans (14.5 oz each) Muir Glen® organic fire roasted or plain diced tomatoes, undrained

1 1/4: teaspoons ground cumin

1: teaspoon garlic powder

1: teaspoon chili powder

1/2: teaspoon pepper

1: cup Bisquick Heart Smart® mix

1: cup yellow cornmeal

1: cup fat-free (skim) milk

Directions

1 Heat oven to 375°F. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain in colander. Meanwhile, in same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper, jalapeño chile and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
2 Stir in beef, peas, tomatoes, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Spoon into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Set aside.
3 In medium bowl, stir together remaining ingredients. Spoon and spread evenly over beef mixture.
4 Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until light golden brown.

Did You Know?

toggle

Expert Tips

Black-eyed peas are a source of the mineral magnesium, which helps send signals to the muscles via the nervous system. Muscles help bones move so you can do many things.

Reviews

toggle

1 - 3 of 6 Reviews View All

Posted 4/11/2013 9:47:28 AM REPORT ABUSE Jen24 said:

Rating:

Very tasty!

Posted 1/12/2009 9:56:27 AM REPORT ABUSE qtscookn said:

Rating:

I usually like spicy foods, but not this time. I thought the spiciness overpowered the other flavors, and it seemed like something was missing from this. I won't make this again, but the cornbread topping was good, so I may try that on another casserole sometime.

Posted 7/16/2008 9:34:59 AM REPORT ABUSE cookingmomashell said:

Rating:

My family loved this dish. I will make it less spicy next time for my little ones. We will enjoy this recipe many times to come. Actually, it was so awesome I intend on bring it to any gatherings/potlucks.

1 - 3 of 6 Reviews View All

We calculated the nutrition of this recipe at the time it was created on 07/16/2012. NOTE: We do not include optional ingredients in our calculations.