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Us Army Tamale Pie 1940s 1950s
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 10
From the US Army.. 1940s or 1950s. With healthy alternatives on the side
Ingredients:
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes
2 (16 ounce) cans creamed corn
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 lb bulk sausage or 1 lb low fat italian turkey sausage
1 teaspoon salt
2 (16 ounce) cans black olives, drained well
2 cups yellow cornmeal
3 cups milk or 3 cups skim milk
3 beaten eggs or 3/4 cup egg beaters egg substitute
Directions:
1. Sausage can be hot or mild.
2. Combine all ingredients except corn meal, milk, and eggs in 5 or 6 quart pan.
3. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add corn meal, milk, and eggs.
5. Cook an additional 15 minutes, stirring often, since it can stick.
6. Pour into 2 greased (or sprayed) baking dishes (9x13 ish; this isn't critical; it can be in slightly smaller ones, but baking time may be slightly longer)
7. Bake in 350 oven for about 30 minutes, until well set. Let sit for 5 minutes or so before cutting. Consistency should be just slightly less firm than cornbread.
By RecipeOfHealth.com