1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
1 c. buttermilk baking mix
1/4 c. water
1 lb. browned ground beef, drained
1 sliced avocado, optional
1 c. thick salsa
1 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
Sour cream (optional)

Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Mix beans, baking mix and water together well. Spread mixture in bottom and halfway up side of greased 10 inch deep pie plate.

Layer in order: Ground beef, avocado, salsa and Cheddar cheese. Bake for 30 minutes. Each piece may be served with a dollop of sour cream. Yields 8 servings.