Easy Tamale Pie: My Family’s Favorite Tex-Mex Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or turkey (90% lean)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)