TAMALE BAKE

1 ½ lb hamburger

½ onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic

1 tsp salt

½ tsp pepper

2 Tblsp chili powder

1 large can tomatoes

1 small can tomato paste

1 can kernel corn

liquid from kernel corn

½ cup cornmeal

1 can pitted olives, chopped or sliced

1 can kidney beans, drained

Brown meat with seasonings. Add tomatoes and corn. Mix cornmeal with corn juice, add to meat. Add olives and beans. Simmer for 30-40 minutes. Pour into 3 quart casserole.

TOPPING:

1 ½ cup milk

2 Tblsp butter

½ tsp salt

½ cup cornmeal

1 cup grated cheese

2 eggs, lightly beaten

Combine milk, butter, salt and cornmeal in pan and heat on medium (or microwave) stirring till thick, cool slightly. Add cheese and eggs. Pour over casserole.

BAKE: 350 degrees for 30 minutes