FIESTA CASSEROLE 
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. taco seasoning mix (1 1/4)
1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
1 (11 oz.) can nacho cheese soup
1 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz.)
1/2 c. pitted black olives, sliced
1 c. sour cream
2 green onions, minced
Round corn tortilla chips

In microwave-safe 2 quart casserole, cook meat on high for 5 minutes stirring after 2 minutes. Drain off fat; place meat in bowl. Add taco seasoning mix; stir until combined.

In bottom of casserole spread beans; cover with beef mixture. pour soup over meat to within 1 inch of edge of dish.

Sprinkle with cheese and then olives. Cook on high for 15 minutes or until cheese melts and mixture is bubbly. Place sour cream over cheese at once side of casserole; sprinkle with green onion. Arrange tortilla chips around edge of dish. Makes 6 servings.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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