Amigo Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Amigo Pie

• Ground Beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Chopped Tomato
• Sliced Ripe Olives
• Chili Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus additional for seasoning)
• Pepper
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• Hot Water
• Butter
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese

How to Make Amigo Pie

1. Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Drain off any excess grease.
3. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1/2 cup chopped green olives, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
5. Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of water and 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
6. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup chopped green olives.
7. Pour the cornmeal mixture into a greased 9-inch pie plate.
8. Spoon the meat mixture into the center of the cornmeal mixture and gently press down.
9. Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
10. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese during the last 5 minutes of baking.
11. Garnish with additional olive slices, if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.