Barbara Marie'S Tamale Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. cold water
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 1/4 c. cornmeal

Preparation

Combine ingredients in saucepan; cook over medium heat until thick and stiff, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Reserve 3/4 cup.
Line sides and bottom of buttered 1 1/2-quart casserole with mixture.