Upside-Down Chili Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2. 2
   Spray 8 inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3. 3
   To prepare chili, place large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 30 seconds .
4. 4
   Add oil; heat 30 seconds more.
5. 5
   Add cumin and cook, stirring constantly, jus teaspoon until fragrant, about 30 seconds (do not burn).
6. 6
   Stir in onion and green bell pepper; cook, stirring often, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir in tomatoes, beans and chili powder; cook 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Spread mixture evenly into prepared pan and set aside.
9. 9
   (May be done ahead up to this point)
10. 10
    To prepare cornmeal topping, bring 2 cups water to a boil.
11. 11
    Gradually add cornmeal in a thin stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
12. 12
    When all cornmeal is added, stir in salt; continue cooking, whisking constantly, until thickened to the consistency of mashed potatoes, about 3 minutes.
13. 13
    Immediately spread mix ture evenly over chili in pan and bake until chili mixture bubbles, about 15 minutes.