3 c. (12 oz.) elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 c. chunky picante salsa
1 c. (8 oz. jar) taco sauce
1/2 head lettuce, shredded (about 6 c.)
1 1/2 c. (6 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips
Dairy sour cream (optional)

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. meanwhile, in medium saucepan, brown meat; drain. Stir in salsa sauce, blend well. Simmer 5 minutes. Divide lettuce evenly among 6 plates; layer about 1 cup hot pasta and 1/2 cup meat mixture over each serving. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese; garnish with chips. Top with additional taco sauce, dollop with sour cream. Makes 6 servings.