Mexicali Hamburger Casserole

Ive decided to try something new here on my blog.  Ive been doing the weight loss/eating healthy thing for a little while now.  While Im no nutritionist, I feel like I have enough knowledge to be able to challenge myself to make dishes that have too many calories and bring them down to a healthier level.

The original calorie count for this recipe was 506 calories.  With a couple of easy swaps, I managed to bring it down to 346 calories per serving.

The only thing I wouldve done differently is add some cumin.  This was tasty but a little bland.

Recipe originally from Better Homes & Gardens.
Yields 6 servings
346 calories per serving

INGREDIENTS

1.5 lb lean ground turkey

15 oz can diced tomatoes

12 oz can corn, drained

1/2 c plus 2 tbsp lowfat Mexican cheese

1/2 c whole wheat flour

1/2 c cornmeal

1 tbsp sugar

1/4 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 egg

2/3 c skim milk

2 tbsp olive oil

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350.

In a large skillet cook & brown turkey; drain off fat.

Stir in tomatoes & corn and heat through.

Transfer to a baking dish & sprinkle with 1/2 c cheese.

For corn bread topping, in a medium bowl combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Stir in egg, milk, & oil.

Evenly spread on beef mixture and top with 2 tbsp cheese.

Bake for 30 minutes.