Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup onions chopped
  • 16 ounces red kidney beans rinsed and drained
  • 15 ounces tomato sauce
  • 14 1/2 ounces tomatoes undrained
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 23 cup water
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 1 cup flour, all-purpose
  • 1/4 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 4 large eggs

Method

  • In a saucepan, brown beef with onion; drain.
  • Add next five ingredients; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Grease a 9 inch heart shaped or round baking pan; sprinkle with cornmeal and set aside.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil.
  • Add flour, Parmesan and baking powder; stir until a smooth ball forms.
  • Remove from heat; beat in eggs, one at a time.
  • Continue beating until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
  • Spread into prepared pan, builing up edges slightly.
  • Bake at 425F (220C) for 25 to 30 minutes or until the center is firm and puffed and edges are golden brown.
  • Make a shallow slit in the center to allow steam to escape.
  • Cool for 5 minutes before removing to a serving plate.
  • Fill with chili; serve immediately.