Turkey Tamale Pie

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp

. olive oil

medium onion (, chopped)

medium red bell pepper (, chopped)

1 lb

. raw 93% lean ground turkey

1 15 1/2 ounce can

diced tomatoes, no salt added

2 tbsp

. tomato paste (, no sugar added)

1 tbsp

. ground chili powder

1/2 tsp

. ground cumin

3/4 tsp

. sea salt ((or Himalayan salt), divided use)

Nonstick cooking spray

2 1/2 cups

water (, hot)

1 cup

fine cornmeal

1/2 cup

shredded cheddar cheese ((2 oz.))

medium jalapenos (, seeds and veins removed, finely chopped (optional))

1 cup

frozen corn kernels