1 med. onion, chopped
1 tbsp. shortening
1 can (15 oz.) beef tamales in sauce
1 can (8 oz.) whole kernel corn
1 can (8 oz.) tomato sauce
1 tsp. chili powder
1 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz.)
1/4 c. sliced pitted ripe olives

Heat oven to 350 degrees. In medium skillet, cook and stir onion in shortening until tender. Drain sauce from tamales and stir sauce, corn (with liquid), tomato sauce, and chili powder into skillet. Simmer uncovered 5 minutes. Pour into ungreased baking pan, 9 x 9 x 2 inches, or 2 quart casserole. Stir in half the cheese. Remove papers from tamales and arrange spoke fashion in pan. Sprinkle olives and remaining cheese in center. Cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake 15 minutes.