2 lbs. ground beef
1 1/2 c. chopped onions
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, drained
2 chopped tomatoes
8 oz. sour cream (optional)
1 1/2 tsp. salt
12 taco shells
2 c. grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 sm. head lettuce, chopped
2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. pepper

Brown beef and onions. Stir in tomato sauce, beans, chili powder, salt and pepper. Break taco shells in half and line bottom and sides of 13x9x2 inch baking dish. Spoon meat mixture over shells. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 15 to 20 minutes at 325 degrees. Top with lettuce and tomatoes. Serve with sour cream. Serves 8.

Note: Chopped green onions and sliced black olives can be added for a special treat.