Simple Savory Tamale Pie

Heat oven to 350ºF.

Brown ground beef, onion and pepper in a medium skillet over medium high heat, until nicely browned and meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat. Add tomatoes, tomato paste and spices. Mix well and press into a buttered 11 x 7 baking dish. Set aside.

For the corn muffin batter, in a medium bowl, combine flour, corn meal, sugar and baking powder. Add milk, melted butter and egg. Mix well and spoon over the meat mixture. Top with shredded cheese.

Bake at 350ºF for 25 minutes or until topping is cooked through and lightly browned.