Layer Tamale Pie - Vegetarian - Vegan

Layer Tamale Pie - Vegan

Meat Bottom Layer

Sauté:

         1       cup onion, chopped

         1       cup bell peppers, chopped

         1       can vegetarian burger

         2       8oz. cans tomato sauce

         1       12oz. can corn, drained

         1       clove garlic, minced

         1       tsp. salt

         2-3   tsp. chili powder

         1       tsp. sugar

         1       can olives, optional

Pour into greased 9x13 pan or 11x15 pan.

Pour Cornmeal Top Layer over all and spread smooth.

Cornmeal Top Layer

Cook in saucepan until thickened:

         1½    cup corn meal

1       tsp. salt

1       tsp. margarine

4       cups cold water

Top with 1½ -2 cups cheddar cheese. Omit for Vegan option.

Bake at 350 degrees for ~40 minutes until bubbly.