Beef Tamale Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Grease 9 or 10 inch spring form pan.
3. 3
   In medium saucepan, combine broth, corn meal, garlic powder, paprika and olive oil.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring constantly.
5. 5
   Reduce heat to low, simmer until very thick, stirring constantly.
6. 6
   Spoon into prepared pan.
7. 7
   With back of spoon, press mixture up sides of pan to form a 1 1/2 inch rim.
8. 8
   Set aside.
9. 9
   Brown ground beef and onion together, drain.
10. 10
    Reserve 1 cup of meat mixture for topping.
11. 11
    Add 1/2 cup salsa, chili powder, cumin and red pepper.
12. 12
    Simmer uncovered 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
13. 13
    Remove from heat, stir in 1 1/2 cups cheese.
14. 14
    Spoon evenly into prepared crust.
15. 15
    Top with remaining 1/2 cup salsa, olives, 1/2 cup cheese and 1 cup meat mixture.
16. 16
    Sprinkle with oregano.
17. 17
    Bake 45 to 50 minutes.
18. 18
    Let stand 15 minutes before serving.