Easy Texas Tamale Pie with a Cornmeal and Cheese Topping

Ingredients

• 1-2 large onions, chopped
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 4 8-ounce cans tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons chili powder (less if you don't like spicy)
• ½ teaspoon cumin (powdered)
• ½ cup ripe sliced olives
• 1½ cup canned or frozen corn
• 2 15-ounce cans ranch style or pinto beans, undrained
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 cup cornmeal (yellow or white )
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2-4 ounces shredded Colby, Jack, or Cheddar cheese