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Taco Casserole
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 4
I got this recipe off of and we really liked it! Its very easy to make. It calls for Ortega brand ingredients but you can substitute whatever brand name you prefer. Some of the ingredients say optional but I wouldn't leave them out if it can be helped since I think they make the dish tastier!
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup water
1/2 cup ortega thick & smooth medium taco sauce
4 ounces ortega diced green chilies
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained,divided
1 package ortega taco seasoning mix
1 (4 1/2 ounce) package ortega taco shells, broken
2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped tomato (optional)
1/8 cup sliced green onion (optional)
sour cream (optional)
Directions:
1. PREHEAT oven to 375° F.
2. COOK beef, onion and garlic until beef is browned; drain.
3. Stir in water, taco sauce, chiles, 1/4 cup olives and seasoning mix.
4. Cook over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
5. LAYER half of broken taco shells on bottom of greased 12 x 8-inch baking dish.
6. Cover with half of meat sauce; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
7. Repeat with remaining shells, meat sauce and cheese.
8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
9. Top with remaining olives, tomatoes and green onions.
10. Garnish with sour cream.
By RecipeOfHealth.com