Tamale Pie
Ingredients:
1lb. Ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup green pepper
16oz tomato sauce
1 cup corn (fresh/canned/frozen)
1/2 cup sliced olives
1-2 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2-3 tablespoons chili powder
Dash of pepper
Instructions:
Brown hamburger and veggies in large skillet until meat is brown and veggies are tender, then add tomato sauce mixture and simmer 20-25 minutes.
Topping:
1 box Jiffy cornbread mix
1 egg
Enough milk to blend
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
Diced chili peppers or jalapenos (to taste)
Approx. 1 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions:
Mix ingredients and drop by spoonfuls on top of meat mixture in casserole dish. Bake at 375 degrees until topping is almost done (by cornbread directions), then sprinkle grated cheese on top (halfway through baking).
