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Layered Taco Casserole
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 8
Garnish each serving with diced fresh tomatoes, sliced black olives, sliced green onions and sour cream, if desired.
Ingredients:
1 lb lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 cup taco sauce
3/4 cup water
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
12 taco shells, broken, divided
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions:
1. Coat an 11x7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
2. In a skillet, cook beef and onion until beef is browned; drain. Stir in taco sauce, water, chiles and seasoning mix; blend well. Reduce heat to low and cook for 3-4 minutes; stir frequently. Remove from heat.
3. Layer half of the broken taco shells on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the meat mixture and then half of the cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
4. Bake uncovered at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
By RecipeOfHealth.com