Combine and mix 1 1/2 cups cold water and corn meal. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to 2 cups of boiling water. Add cornmeal mixture, stirring constantly, bring to a boil. Partially cover pan: cook slowly 7 minutes, stirring often. Line bottom and sides of greased 2 quart casserole with cooked mush. Cook beef and onion in frying pan until brown and crumbly. Stir in flour, remaining 1 teaspoon salt and chili powder. Add tomatoes, breaking into chunks with spoon. Stir in tomato sauce and corn. Add a bunch of black olives, which have been cut up some. Spoon into mush-lined casserole. Bake in 350 degree oven until hot and bubbly, 40 - 45 minutes. Serve with and sour cream and more black olives if desired. Makes 6 servings
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