CHUNKY CHILI CASSEROLE

2 cups Stove Top Chicken Flavor or Cornbread Stuffing Mix (in the Canister)
1/2 cup hot water
1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can chili with beans
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided use
1/2 cup frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1/4 cup sliced pitted ripe olives
Sour cream

Mix stuffing mix and hot water in 2-quart microwavable casserole. Spread evenly in casserole.

Mix beef and onion in large microwavable bowl. Cover loosely with waxed paper. Microwave on HIGH 4 minutes or until beef is no longer pink. Drain.

Stir in chili, 1 cup cheese, corn and olives. Spoon over stuffing. Cover loosely with waxed paper. Microwave 10 minutes, rotating casserole halfway through cooking time. Let stand 5 minutes.

Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Serve with sour cream.

VARIATION:
Recipe can also be prepared in 4 individual 1 1/2-cup microwavable dishes. Microwave each dish on HIGH 3 minutes or until heated through.

Makes 4 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe booklet: Hearty Chilis, Favorite Brand Name Recipes, Vol. 5, December 26, 1995, No. 87