Tamale Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Brown meat. Add onion and tomato sauce. Season to taste.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Line a large dish with corn tortillas.
4. 4
   Add tamales. Add half of the meat on top of the tamales (may split tamales lengthways, if desired).
5. 5
   Make second layer of corn tortillas, tamales and meat.
6. 6
   Place grated cheese on top. Add approximately 10 ounces water to dish. Cover with foil, loosely.
7. 7
   Cook at 300° to 350° for about 15 to 20 minutes until cheese melts evenly. Uncover and cook for about 5 or 10 minutes more.
8. 8
   You may serve with picante sauce as desired.