Western Beef Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Lightly grease 2 1/2 or 3-quart casserole. In large skillet, brown ground beef and onion; drain well.
3. 3
   Add tomato sauce, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper; blend well.
4. 4
   Spoon into casserole dish.
5. 5
   Spoon corn evenly over meat mixture.
6. 6
   In medium saucepan, combine water, oleo and 1/2 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil (rolling).
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Stir in milk and potato flakes with fork until desired consistency.
9. 9
   To adjust consistency of potatoes, stir in a few more flakes for stiffer potatoes or a little more milk for creamier potatoes.
10. 10
    Stir in green chilies.
11. 11
    Spread potato mixture evenly over corn.
12. 12
    Sprinkle with cheese.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly around edges.
14. 14
    Let stand 5 minutes.
15. 15
    Top with tomato.
16. 16
    Makes 6 servings.