MEXICAN CASSEROLE 
1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
3 tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 c. mild taco sauce
1 (6 oz.) can chopped green chilies
3/4 tsp. salt
1 (17 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 1/2 c. sliced pitted black olives
1 1/2 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/2 c. tortilla chips
3/4 c. sour cream
1 lg. tomato, chopped
Chopped green onions

In a large skillet, brown ground beef, drain. Stir in chili powder and cook for one minute. Remove from heat, stir in taco sauce, green chilies and salt. In a 2 1/2 to 3 quart casserole, layer 1/2 corn, 1/2 beef mixture, 1/2 olives and 1/2 cheese. Repeat layers. Bake covered for 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Garnish with tortilla chips, sour cream, tomato and green onion. Serve with warm flour tortillas. Serves 6 to 8.

 

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