In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef, breaking up with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes or until no longer pink. Stir in onion, garlic, green pepper, chili powder, oregano and cumin; cook, stirring, for 4 minutes or until softened. Blend in flour; stir in stock and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil stirring, until thickened. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in corn; cook for 2 minutes or until piping hot. Spoon into casserole dish.

Cornbread: In a bowl combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt; mix in cheese. In another bowl, beat together egg and milk. Stir into dry ingredients to make a smooth batter. Spoon over beef mixture in an even layer. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until top is lightly golden and filling is bubbly. Tip: Add 1 tsp. Additional chili powder along with 1/4 tsp. Red pepper flakes or to taste, to the ground beef mixture for a more assertive chili flavor. Yield: 5 to 6 servings Typed in MMformat by cjhartlin@msn. Com