MOM'S TAMALE PIE

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From Albers Corn Meal carton 1960's, plus 4 new ingredients marked "optional". A true steamed corn mush with chili powder, no eggs. Important: Use California chili powder (instead of New Mexico) for a milder flavor. I actually use only one pound ground beef. Family Note: This is Mom-Mom's recipe exactly, except the "optional" ingredients.

Provided by laurenpie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 12 oz servings, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
2 onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons california chili powder
1 (3 7/8 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can corn (optional)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans (optional)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon california chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 cups boiling water
3/4 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • FILLING: Cook beef in skillet until lightly browned. Add onions, garlic and salt, cook until lightly browned. Drain grease. Add remaining filling ingredients, bring to boil then simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease deep casserole dish (9" X 9" or larger).
  • CRUST: Boil 4 cups water with chili powder and salt. Mix corn meal with 3/4 cup cold water; add this to boiling water. Cook until thick, stirring frequently.
  • Line casserole dish with 1 inch layer of corn mush. Pour in meat filling. Spread remaining mush on top.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for 15 additional minutes.

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