Tamale Pie

Directions

1. 1
   In a 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef, peppers and onions until meat is brown.
2. 2
   Drain off fat.
3. 3
   Stir in soup, olives, salsa and water.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Prepare corn muffin mix according to package directions.
8. 8
   Spread half of batter into greased 9 x 13 x 2-inch baking dish.
9. 9
   Spoon hot meat mixture over batter.
10. 10
    Carefully spread the remaining muffin mix over meat mixture.
11. 11
    Bake in a 350° oven 30 to 35 minutes or until top is golden.
12. 12
    Top with cheese.
13. 13
    If desired, garnish with tomatoes and whole olives.
14. 14
    Cut in squares. Serves 12 to 15.