In a large non-stick skillet set over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and drain.
Add ground beef and the remaining filling ingredients to the slow cooker, stir.
Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours.
DON'T FORGET THIS STEP! When the cooking time is done, add the 1 cup of cheese and stir.
In a small bowl blend the Jiffy mix, egg, milk and drained corn until combined, some lumps are ok. Spread this mixture over the meat mixture in the slow cooker evenly. Cover the slow cooker and turn it on to HIGH and cook for 30 more minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Pour any remaining tamale pie into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can reheat it on the stovetop or in the oven over medium heat until warmed throughout.
For added heat, consider adding one chipotle pepper in adobo (chopped) to the meat mixture.
Ground turkey or ground chicken is a great substitute for the ground beef.
A toothpick inserted and comes out clean is the best test if your cornbread layer is set, or you can lightly jiggle the slow cooker and see if the center is no longer jiggly.