Tamale Pie(For The Microwave)  

Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 pkg. taco spices and seasonings
- 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz.)
- 1 (11 oz.) can corn, do not drain
- 1 c. raisins (optional)
- 3/4 c. black olives (optional)
- 1 1/2 c. water
- 1/2 c. cornmeal

Directions:
- Brown and crumple beef in 2-quart casserole.
- Drain and add taco spices, tomato sauce, corn (with liquid), 1 cup water, raisins and olives.
- Heat to simmer (about 10 minutes on high).
- Sprinkle an even layer of cornmeal over the top.
- Gently pour 1/2 cup water over to moisten cornmeal.
- Cover and microwave 5 to 8 minutes.