Casserole Espanol - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. mild seasoned sausage
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 (15 oz.) cans Caliente style chili beans
1 egg
2/3 c. milk
2 1/2 Tbsp. water
1/2 tsp. chili powder, divided in half
1 (12 oz.) pkg. corn muffin mix
grated Cheddar cheese (optional)

Preparation

In large skillet, brown sausage, breaking it into small chunks.
Remove sausage with slotted spoon; set aside.
Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat.
Add onion and garlic; saute until onion is tender.
Stir in beans, sausage, water and 1/2 chili powder.