Louisiana Beef Bake

Step 1 -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2 -Grease a 7x11-inch baking dish.

Step 3 -In a medium bowl, prepare the cornbread/muffin mix according to the package directions.

Step 4 -Spread the cornbread/muffin batter on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 5 -In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir the ground beef until it is browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6 -Stir the diced tomatoes, the mixed vegetables, the tomato paste, and the Cajun seasoning into the meat and bring to a boil.

Step 7 -Reduce the heat and simmer the meat mixture, uncovered, about 5 minutes.

Step 8 -Evenly spread the meat mixture on top of the cornbread/muffin batter.

Step 9 -Evenly sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.

Step 10 -Bake the meat mixture, uncovered, until it is golden-brown, about 25-30 minutes.

Step 11 -Evenly sprinkle the beef bake with the green onions.

Step 12 -Plate and serve.