Tamale Pie - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef
1 c. onion, chopped
1 c. bell pepper, chopped
2- 8 oz. cans tomato sauce
1- 12 oz. can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 c. pitted ripe olives, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 to 3 tsp. chili powder
dash pepper
1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) sharp process American cheese, shredded

Preparation

Cook meat, onions and bell pepper in large skillet till meat is lightly browned and vegetables are tender.
Stir in tomato sauce, corn, olives, garlic, sugar, then salt, chili powder, and pepper.
Simmer 20 to 25 minutes, or until thick.
Add cheese. Stir until melted.
Turn into greased 9-inch x 9-inch x 2-inch baking dish.