- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 can tomatoes (or puree)
- 1 can whole corn
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 cup cornmeal
- 1 can olives
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
Brown beef with onions until beef is done and onions tender and transparent. Add tomatoes, corn, chili powder, and salt. Heat to boiling. Slowly stir in cornmeal. Cook over low heat 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Cut olives into pieces. Stir into tamale mixture and put into 2 quart casserole or bake in skillet. Sprinkle with cheese.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.