Taco Casserole

Name: Taco Casserole
Ingredients: 2 lb. hamburger; 1 1/2 large onions, chopped; 2 garlic cloves; 1 large can tomato sauce; 1 c. tomato juice; 1 green chili (hot pepper), diced; 3 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/4 tsp. cumin; 1 bag tortilla chips; 2 cans red beans; 2 c. shredded lettuce; 2 diced tomatoes; 1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

14 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2 lb. hamburger
1 1/2 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 large can tomato sauce
1 c. tomato juice
1 green chili (hot pepper), diced
3 Tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. cumin
1 bag tortilla chips
2 cans red beans
2 c. shredded lettuce
2 diced tomatoes
1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Directions

1

Brown hamburger with 1 chopped onion and garlic; add tomato sauce, juice, green chili (optional) and spices.
2

Place a layer of tortilla chips on bottom of large greased casserole.
3

Cover with layer of meat mixture and 1 can beans.
4

Repeat, ending with a third layer of tortilla chips.
5

Bake, covered, for 1 hour at 350°. Uncover for the last 15 minutes.
6

Cover the top with a thick layer of lettuce, remaining onion, fresh tomatoes and grated cheese just before serving.
7

Serves 8.