- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup onions chopped
- 3 tomatoes cut up small
- 3 ripe olives (optional)
- 1 large green pepper cut up small
- 1/4 tsp of chili powder to taste
- 1/8 tsp basil
- 1/8 tsp oregano
- 1 box cornbread batter mixed according to directions
- 1 medium can of kidney or pinto beans drained
- grated cheddar cheese
- Saute and simmer beef, onions, tomatoes and green pepper with seasonings.
- Add kidney or pinto beans after draining.
- Fill casserole dish with above mixture.
- Spread corn bread batter and grated cheese on top.
- Bake 350 degrees until brown or for 20 minutes.
- Use black olives for garnish.
- Note: Serve with grilled corn on the cob. (see below)