Cooperative Elevator Beans

Black Bean Tamale Pie

Chef: Ron Dubs - Elkton Terminal Bean Plant - Elkton, MI

½ pound ground beef
¼ cup chopped onions
¼ cup chopped green peppers
2 cups CO-OP ELEVATOR® dry Black Beans
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
1 pkg. corn bread mix (8.5 oz. box)
¼ cup white milk
1 egg
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

Soak beans over night. In a large pan add beans and enough water to cover the beans. Cook 30 minutes over medium heat; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; Stir in beans and salsa; set aside. In a bowl, combine the muffin mix, milk, egg and cheddar cheese. Pour into a greased 8x8 inch pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 5-6 minutes.

Spoon beef mixture over crust, leaving a ½ inch edge. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream and olives, if desired.

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