Mexican Nacho Dish

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 lbs. lean ground chuck or ground sirloin
  • 1 lg. onion
  • 1 + 1/2 pkg. El Paso taco seasoning – low sodium
  • 16 oz. can refried beans
  • jalapeno peppers, chopped
  • 12 oz. jar picante sauce
  • 1-1/2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1-1/2 c. Monterey jack cheese, shredded
  • tortilla or nacho chips
  • low-fat sour cream
  • lettuce, shredded
  • tomatoes, diced
  • black olives, sliced

Instructions

Brown meat and onions; drain fat and add taco seasoning.

In a greased 9 x 13" baking dish spread refried beans and top with ground beef mixture.

Sprinkle with jalapeno peppers (optional). Drizzle with picante sauce and top with shredded cheeses.

Cover and chill if made ahead of time.

Bake covered at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until heated thoroughly.

Uncover and bake additional 10 minutes.

Remove from oven and garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, and sour cream.

NOTE: Tuck some chips along the sides of the dish and serve the reminder alongside with chips.