Lindita’s Tamale Pie
Lindita’s Tamale Pie
1 POUND OF GROUND BEEF OR (COOKED CHICKEN)
2 CLOVES GARLIC, MINCED
1 CUP CHOPPED ONION
1 CUP MILK
1 8OZ. CANNED TOMATO SAUCE
1 15.25 OZ. CAN WHOLE KERNEL CORN, DRAINED
1 2.25 OZ. SLICED PITTED RIPE OLIVES
1 8.5 OZ. Box CORN MEAL (JIFFY MIX, FOR A SWEETER TASTE)
2 TEASPOONS CHILI POWDER
SALT TO TASTE
1/2 CUP MOZZORELLA OR COLBY CHEESE SHREDDED (OPTIONAL)
Preheat oven at 350.
In a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic till meat is browned and onion is tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. cook until a slight boil. Turn into 13x9x2-inch baking dish (33 x 23 x 5 cm). Top with cheese and bake for 35-45 minutes or till knife inserted comes out clean. Cut in squares. Makes 8 servings. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, salsa or sour cream.
Makes up to 8 servings.