Tamale Pie

1 lb. ground beef, browned
1 15 oz. can corn, drained
1 small can olives
1 clove minced garlic
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 15 oz. can beans (white or pinto) drained
1 ½ cups shredded cheese
2 8oz. cans tomato sauce

*Combine all ingredients and place in aluminum 9x13 pan. Smaller if dividing.

To make crust combine

1 cup cornmeal,
2 ½ cups cold water,
1 ½ tsp. salt

in a saucepan on medium to high heat. Stir frequently until thick.

Add 1 tbsp. butter and stir until melted.

Spread crust mixture on top of meat mixture. Cover tightly and freeze. When ready to eat, thaw and bake at 375 for 40 minutes.