Tamale Pie

Directions

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