Tamale Pie

In a 3-quart microwave-safe bowl, stir together onion, green pepper, oil and garlic.

Microwave uncovered on High (100%) for 3 minutes.

Stir in the chili powder, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt until absorbed.

Stir in the beef, microwave uncovered on High 5 minutes stirring once.

Stir in tomatoes, break them up with the back of a spoon, and microwave on High 2 minutes stirring once.

In a large bowl, stir together cornmeal, flour, baking powder and remaining 1 teaspoon salt.

Add milk, butter and egg. Stir until thoroughly combined.

Spread the cornbread mixture over the meat mixture in the bowl.

Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 18 to 20 minutes or until the cornbread is baked.

Let the dish stand 5 minutes.

Yields 6 servings.