Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Hamburger Corn Pie Recipe

1 pound ground beef, lean
1/4 pound bulk sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
16 ounces canned tomatoes, whole
16 ounces corn, whole kernel, canned, drained
24 black olives
2 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup milk
2 eggs, well beaten
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

Cook and stir hamburger, pork sausage, onion and garlic until meat is brown; drain. Stir in tomatoes (with liquid), corn, olives, chili powder and salt. Heat to boiling. Pour into ungreased baking dish, 9 x 9 x 2 or 12 x 7-1/2 x 2-inches, or 2 quart casserole.

Mix cornmeal, milk and eggs; pour over meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook in 350 F. oven until golden brown, 40 to 50 minutes.

Garnish with parsley sprigs and black olives if desired.

Serving Size: 6