1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. taco seasoning
1/2 c. water
1 (12 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (8 1/2 oz.) pkg. corn muffin mix
1 (2.8 oz.) can French fried onions
1/3 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Brown meat; drain. Stir in taco seasoning, water, corn, green pepper, and tomato sauce. Pour into 2 quart casserole. In separate bowl, prepare muffin mix according to directions and add 1/2 can French fried onions. Spoon muffin mixture around outer edge of casserole.

Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. Top corn bread with cheese and remaining onions, bake 2 to 3 minutes longer. Makes 6 servings.