1 lb. ground beef
1 (1 1/4 oz.) pkg. taco seasoning mix
1 (46 oz.) can or 6 c. tomato juice
1 (15 3/4 oz.) can chili hot beans, undrained
1 (16 oz.) pkg. (3 c.) frozen mixed vegetables
1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
2 c. crushed corn chips
8 oz. (2 c.) shredded Cheddar cheese

In a 5-quart Dutch oven, brown ground beef; drain. Add taco seasoning mix, tomato juice, chili beans, frozen vegetables, and tomato paste; mix well. Bring just to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Top each serving with corn chips and Cheddar cheese. Makes 6 to 8 large servings, or 10 to 12 small servings.