Upside-Down Chili Pie

Directions

Preheat oven to 375℉ (190℃).

Spray 8 inch square pan with nonstick cooking spray.

To prepare chili, place large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 30 seconds .

Add oil; heat 30 seconds more.

Add cumin and cook, stirring constantly, jus teaspoon until fragrant, about 30 seconds (do not burn).

Stir in onion and green bell pepper; cook, stirring often, until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.

Stir in tomatoes, beans and chili powder; cook 5 minutes.

Spread mixture evenly into prepared pan and set aside.

(May be done ahead up to this point)

To prepare cornmeal topping, bring 2 cups water to a boil.

Gradually add cornmeal in a thin stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

When all cornmeal is added, stir in salt; continue cooking, whisking constantly, until thickened to the consistency of mashed potatoes, about 3 minutes.

Immediately spread mix ture evenly over chili in pan and bake until chili mixture bubbles, about 15 minutes.