Tamale Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   In 3-qt flame-proof, oven-proof casserole dish, combine beef, onion, pepper, and garlic.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until beef has changed color.
4. 4
   Remove casserole from burner.
5. 5
   Turn out meat mixture onto large plate line w/ paper towels to absorb any excess fat.
6. 6
   Return to casserole.
7. 7
   Add tomato sauce, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
8. 8
   Stir to mix well.
9. 9
   Scoop out five cups of mixture and reserve in medium-sized bowl.
10. 10
    Lay half of tortillas over mixture remaining in casserole, overlapping and covering entire surface.
11. 11
    Add 2-1/2 cups of reserved meat and bean mixture over tortillas, spreading it out w/ back of large spoon.
12. 12
    Lay remaining tortillas over mixture in casserole, overlapping and covering entire surface.
13. 13
    Top w/ remaining meat and bean mixture, spreading out evenly over tortillas.
14. 14
    Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes or until sauce begins to bubble.