Hot Tamale Pie

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   Brown the hamburger and drain fat.

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   (I like to rinse it in hot water as well.)

3. 3

   Saute onion and pepper with browned meat.

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   Add chili seasoning, Rotel, tomato sauce and about 1/3 cup water.

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   Simmer a few minutes until thickened.

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   Meanwhile, mix together 3 1/2 cups water, 1 cup corn meal and 1 teaspoon salt.

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   This will be very watery and will keep separating.

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   This is normal.

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   Stir together and then pour immediately into a casserole dish.

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    (2 quart, I think.)

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    Scoop the beef mixture into the middle of the corn meal mixture.

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    It will spread a little, but keep putting the beef right into the middle.

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    You will think theres no way this will turn out because it looks so weird.

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    But dont worry it will.

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    Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

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    You can put a lid on if its getting too dry.

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    Serve immediately.

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    It will be very hot, so be careful.

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    It is delicious plain, but we also like to put a little shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream to tame the spice a little.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.