MEXICAN FIESTA PIE
FOR THE MEAT MIXTURE: 1/2 lb. ground beef 1/4 cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 (8 oz.) pkg. Philadelphia Brand Cream Cheese, cubed 1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies, drained 1/2 cup pitted ripe olive slices 2 eggs, beaten FOR THE BATTER: 3/4 cup flour 1/3 cup milk 2 eggs, beaten 1 tablespoon cornmeal FOR TOPPING: 1 cup chopped tomato 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded 100% Natural KRAFT Mild Cheddar Cheese
TO PREPARE THE MEAT MIXTURE: Brown meat; drain.
Add onions; cook until tender.
Stir in chili powder. Add cream cheese, chilies, olives and 2 eggs; mix well.
TO PREPARE THE BATTER: Combine flour, milk and 2 eggs; beat until smooth. Pour into greased 10-inch pie plate or quiche dish; sprinkle with cornmeal.
TO BAKE: Spoon meat mixture over batter to within 1/2 inch of outer edge of pan.
Bake at 400 degrees F, 35 to 40 minutes or until golden brown. Top with tomatoes and cheddar cheese; continue baking 5 minutes.
Makes 6 to 8 servings From: Recipelink.com Source: Recipe booklet: Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Favorite Recipes Magazine, April 19, 1988 |