I think there will always be something a little bit comical about Mexican food to me. Years ago when I first started blogging I was still living in the southern part of Chile with my family. I’ll never forget my assumptions of what it would be like before I’d ever been there. You see, me being a naive North American I just assumed everything south of Texas would be the land of great Mexican food. Well, news flash to me, it’s not. In fact, the area we were living in had way more European style cuisine than just about anything else. However the Chileans, of course, have their own style of cooking. It’s simple and uses a lot of local ingredients which is something I always appreciated. That being said, my own family really loves Mexican food and that meant it was something I learned to make really well. Okay, maybe I should say “my own takes on classic Mexican food”. I’m sure many abuelas would be turning over in their graves if I tried to pass of this cheater version of a tamale as authentic so we won’t even go there. Haha, well you know how much I love an easy meal and that’s why this has become a really great go-to for a last minute meal. Everyone loves the simple ingredients and it makes for a cozy dinner anytime of year. I’m definitely thinking Fall right now though, and this is perfect for chilly weather. As I always do with my recipes, I really encourage you to put your own spin on it and make it your own. Let me know how you like it and tag me in a photo if you want, I love seeing them! Looking for a quicker way to enjoy this classic Latin dish? This tamale pie comes together quickly and easily and is a tested crowd-pleaser