Tamale Beef Bake

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Cook the ground beef for 4-5 minutes. Add the onion and cook for another 4 minutes or until the onion has softened and the meat is cooked through.

Step 4

Add the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 5

Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, beans. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the beef mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.

Step 7

Add sliced zucchinis on top.

Step 8

Bake for 30 minutes or until beef is cooked through.

Step 9

Serve immediately. Enjoy!