pat's Recipe

Chili Bake

Category: Chilis

1 lb. ground sirloin
1/4 C. carrots, diced (optional)
1 15-oz. can pinto beans, drained
1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
1 packet taco seasoning
1/2 C. onions, chopped
1 Tbs. chili powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1 box Jiffy corn bread mix (prepare according to package)
Directions

Brown meat and drain fat if any. Add the garlic, carrots and onions and cook for 1 minute. Stir in can of tomatoes, taco seasoning, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook for a minute. Carefully stir in can of beans. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour into a 8x11 baking dish. Pour cornbread batter on top and spread evenly over chili mixture. Put in oven for 20 minutes or until cornbread is firm on top. Take out and let it sit for 5-10 minutes and enjoy.

serves 4