Tamale Pie

Makes 9 1-cup servings

Simple chili beans topped with polenta make a delicious golden-crusted pie.

5 1/2 cups water, divided
1 cup polenta
1 teaspoon salt
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 red or green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 12-ounce package vegetarian ground beef substitute
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 15-ounce can vegetarian chili beans, undrained